Dan Gaken

Dan Gaken is a documentary-style photographer who creates dynamic images to tell stories. Gaken has ten years of experience as a professional photographer, with image credits appearing in Trains magazine, the Chicago Sun Times, and the Sony Television-produced series Battle Creek. Gaken serves as the photographer for Special Olympics Michigan’s State Games. Gaken is also the Director of the Central Michigan University Leadership Institute. He is a sought-after speaker and trainer for organizations seeking to enhance their leadership. Gaken has been invited to speak at more than 25 colleges and universities across the United States and Canada. Gaken holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree from Central Michigan University in Mount Pleasant, MI. Find more of Dan’s images at www.DanGakenImages.com or on Instagram at @DGaken.