Meet the Man Behind the Code: 5 Fun Facts About Dan Crawford
At Sovereign Systems, we’re not just about building powerful software—we’re about people. And at the heart of our operation is Dan Crawford, founder and seasoned developer. With decades of experience in the industry and a passion for solving tough software problems, Dan is the steady hand guiding our team and our clients toward success.
But there’s more to Dan than lines of code and database schemas. Here are 5 fun facts so you can get to know the man behind the keyboard a little better:
1. He's a Family Man
Above all else, Dan is a proud dad of five, grandpa of six, and granddog-grandpa of three. His eldest child, Jara, lives in Texas with her husband and four children (and one fur child) and recently graduated from medical school with her M.D. and M.P.H. Jordan, his second oldest, lives in Nebraska with his wife and two children and is a founding member of the Sovereign Systems team. Dan’s middle child, Jacey, lives in Indiana with her husband and two dogs and runs her own marketing business. Jillian, the second youngest, attends Anderson University and is studying computer science and legal studies. The youngest, Jeremiah, is attending Purdue University, where he is studying biology. There’s nothing that matters more to Dan than his family.
2. He Loves Cooking and Hiking
When Dan’s not working on software solutions or hanging out with his offspring, you’ll likely find him cooking up something delicious in the kitchen or hiking local trails. One of his favorite recipes is his mushroom spaghetti concoction, and his favorite nearby trails are at Mounds State Park.
3. He Started Young—Really Young
Believe it or not, Dan first started working with computers at the age of 10. (Yes, they had computers back then—shocking, we know.) That early exposure sparked a lifelong passion for technology and problem-solving, and it's been full speed ahead ever since.
4. He Brings 34 Years of Experience to the Table
With 34 years in the software industry—and nine of those as a business owner—Dan has seen it all. From floppy disks all the way to cloud computing, he’s been on the front lines of technological change and knows what it takes to keep businesses ahead of the curve.
5. He’s on a Mission to Visit Every U.S. National Park
Dan has a bucket list goal: to visit every national park in the United States. So far, he’s visited five, so by our calculations, he still has a few to go.
Wrapping Up
Dan brings experience, heart, and a bit of sarcasm to everything he does. We’re lucky to have him at the helm of Sovereign Systems—and now, you know why.
Want to work with Dan or learn more about what we do? Get in touch with us today.