Talent Scout with Dave Neff is a podcast spotlighting Indiana’s next generation of leaders who are shaping the future of business, community, and civic life. Hosted by Dave Neff—known for his gift in building authentic relationships that create meaningful value—the show features candid conversations with emerging changemakers across industries. With a focus on mentorship, intentional networking, and statewide impact, Talent Scout offers a platform for rising talent to share their stories, values, and vision for Indiana, while inspiring listeners to invest in leadership that lasts. Presented by Prolific, the Growth Firm.
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Talent Scout with Dave Neff is a podcast spotlighting Indiana’s next generation of leaders who are shaping the future of business, community, and civic life. Hosted by Dave Neff—known for his gift in building authentic relationships that create meaningful value—the show features candid conversations with emerging changemakers across industries. With a focus on mentorship, intentional networking, and statewide impact, Talent Scout offers a platform for rising talent to share their stories, values, and vision for Indiana, while inspiring listeners to invest in leadership that lasts. Presented by Prolific, the Growth Firm.
“Happiest moment of my life”: Patricio Daneri on moving to the U.S., then building Energy Harness
Talent Scout with Dave Neff
44 minutes
2 months ago
“Happiest moment of my life”: Patricio Daneri on moving to the U.S., then building Energy Harness
Host Dave Neff interviews entrepreneur Patricio Daneri on his immigrant founder journey—from arriving in Fort Myers at 16 (American tie and all) to Purdue’s Krannert School (now the Mitch Daniels School of Business), two Eli Lilly internships, and choosing Royal United Mortgage in 2008. He shares the discipline of “how much of what, by when,” why he launched Energy Harness in 2013, and how the Zionsville-based company designs, manufactures, installs, and services commercial LED lighting and solar across Florida, Indiana, Alabama, South Carolina, and Georgia. Daneri also discusses Vision 2030, mentoring teams, and community work with the International School of Indiana and the 500 Festival.
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00:00 Intro & Podcast Mission
01:25 Meet Patricio: Background & First Impressions
02:43 Growing Up in Argentina and South America
05:00 Family, Immigration, and Moving to the US
09:00 High School Assimilation & Embracing America
12:00 Purdue University Journey & Early Mentorship
16:00 Internships & Lessons from Eli Lilly
19:45 Taking Career Risks: Royal United vs. Lilly
22:30 Mortgages, Discipline, and Key Early Career Lessons
25:30 Launching Energy Harness: Inspiration & Vision
28:00 Scaling a Business & Vision 2030
32:00 Managing Multiple Businesses & Work-Life Balance
34:00 Keys to Great Partnerships
36:00 Career Advice for Young Professionals
38:30 Sales as a Career Accelerator
40:00 Helping Others Dream Bigger
41:45 Redefining Success & Staying Motivated
44:30 Philanthropy, Community, and the Value of Giving Back
48:30 Looking Ahead: Future Goals & Advice
50:30 Closing Thoughts & Farewell
Talent Scout with Dave Neff
Talent Scout with Dave Neff is a podcast spotlighting Indiana’s next generation of leaders who are shaping the future of business, community, and civic life. Hosted by Dave Neff—known for his gift in building authentic relationships that create meaningful value—the show features candid conversations with emerging changemakers across industries. With a focus on mentorship, intentional networking, and statewide impact, Talent Scout offers a platform for rising talent to share their stories, values, and vision for Indiana, while inspiring listeners to invest in leadership that lasts. Presented by Prolific, the Growth Firm.
