The Guide to Culture and Team Building: My Journey from Special Ops to Silicon Valley 2

The Guide to Culture and Team Building: My Journey from Special Ops to Silicon Valley 2

Dan Kasper

Mar 25, 2025

Uncover leadership insights and innovation secrets in this captivating journey.


As I sit down to share my story, it's with a keen awareness of the unique path that has led me from an explosive specialist with the SEAL Teams to the helm of Instill. My journey is one of transformation, from the high-stakes world of special operations to the equally dynamic realm of Silicon Valley, teaching me invaluable lessons about the essence of teamwork, leadership, and the art of building high-performing teams.

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Turn your culture into

your competitive advantage

your foundation for success

a magnet for top talent

Instill Insights Weekly

Get exclusive tips on how to build world-class teams from researchers,

organizational psychologists, Navy Special Operators, and more!

Build a stronger culture, better teams, and exceptional performance - faster

© 2025 Instill

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Get started with us

Turn your culture into

your competitive
advantage

your foundation
for success

a magnet for
top talent

Instill Insights Weekly

Get exclusive tips on how to build world-class teams from researchers, organizational psychologists, Navy Special Operators, and more!

Build a stronger culture, better teams, and exceptional performance - faster

© 2025 Instill
Get started with us

Turn your culture into

your competitive advantage

your foundation for success

a magnet for top talent

Instill Insights Weekly

Get exclusive tips on how to build world-class teams from researchers, organizational psychologists, Navy Special Operators, and more!

Build a stronger culture, better teams, and exceptional performance - faster

© 2025 Instill