About Dan

Bio

A SoCal native raised on adrenaline and competition, I grew up chasing the edge in extreme sports before earning the title United States Marine. As a K9 Handler, I trained and deployed bomb detection dogs in support of operations during the Global War on Terror, serving on a Special Reaction Team (SRT) and operating where precision and trust mattered most.

Creativity has always been my through-line. After returning home, I earned a degree in Industrial Design, specializing in consumer products, and went on to develop innovative designs and secure multiple patents in the outdoor, hunting, shooting, and fishing industries. Along the way, I co-built a successful fast-casual restaurant brand—until the post-Covid shift made it clear it was time for a new mission.

Now, I’m channeling that same grit and imagination into the “eatertainment” space with a bold, proven concept: The Rusty Bore, a Bar & Grill built on experience, authenticity, and a little edge.

Company

The Rusty Bore

Elevator Pitch

The food services market has changed and customers want value that goes beyond just good food. The rusty Bore is the next "Top Golf or Pickle Ball" to fill the gap for those who are shooters! No liability as these are not real firearms but you would know the difference since they act and feal like the real thing. Using a high tech system, customers can actually experience what feel real but is a high tech system that resembles a real life shooting range.

Industry

Food

Website

therustybore.com

Team Size

1-5 employees

Company Stage

Development

Funding Stage

Pre-Seed

Funding Raised

$1m to $5m

Annual Revenue

$0 to $100k