US Election | Hotelier Danny Gaekwad On Donald Trump's Return
Danny Gaekwad spearheaded the Indian American Business Titans gathering with US lawmakers, which took place on the eve of Trump's historic inauguration.
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Danny Gaekwad led the Indian American Business Titans reception in Washington, D.C., bringing together influential leaders like Tulsi Gabbard, Senator Rick Scott, and Governor Brian Kemp. The event, held on the eve of President Trump's inauguration, emphasized leadership, prosperity, and strategic fundraising to empower the right candidates in American politics.
Digivijay(Danny) Gaekwad as part of Indian American business leaders who have grown the U.S. economy by billions hosted an exclusive reception to celebrate the transformative republican leadership.
January 19, 2025 | Washington D.C.
On the economic front, Gaekwad expresses concern over Kamala Harris’s proposed tax policies, particularly her stance on capital gains taxes.
FIRST GENERATION AMERICAN
According to, a Florida real estate broker, Republican politician, and Florida Speaker of the House of Representatives, "I've watched Danny take struggling things and turn them into successes. Where others run away, he runs forward"
Digvijay “Danny” Gaekwad is a first-generation American entrepreneur and community leader based in Ocala, Florida.
Born in Baroda, a former princely state in western India, as the son of a Judge and grandson of a Colonel in the Indian Army, he graduated in Political Science from the prestigious Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda.
Danny arrived in the United States with his wife Manisha in 1987 to live the American Dream. Three decades later, he is recognized as a visionary, passionate leader and formidable change agent influencing industry, community and politics.
Danny began his “American Dream” journey before he left India. While a political science major at the Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara, he announced to his fellow students that he would someday have his picture taken with an American president.
Danny understands that supporting the community is of paramount importance and the lifeblood of success. Over the past three decades, he has championed many efforts to improve his hometown of Ocala, the state of Florida, and the United States.
Everyone that knows Danny realizes that he thrives on foreseeing the future and serving as a change agent, not only in business, but also in the diverse roles he has filled in his community.
2024 Florida 500 Most Influential Business Leader.
2023 Florida 500 Most Influential Business Leader.
2023 America's Power List Recognized For Excellence.
2022 Florida 500 Most Influential Business Leader.
Florida hotelier Danny Gaekwad receives doctorate from Indian University.
Beginning with one convenience store Digvijay "Danny" Gaekwad built a real estate empire.
Indian American Danny Gaekwad is honored and receives Entrepreneur award.
Sky Fine Dining made the annual list of winners for the 2018 Golden Spoon Awards by Florida Trend Magazine.
Awarded the Certificate of Appreciation for helping create 1 million jobs in Florida between 2010 and 2015.
THOSE WHO KNOW DANNY BEST
“I've watched Danny take struggling things and turn them into successes. Where others run away, he runs forward.”
Speaker, Florida House of Representatives
“He makes sure we have good government. Danny wants everyone to have a chance to live the "American Dream" in this country.”
US Senator, Florida
“Danny is the essence of what American is, came here small, saw the dream and built it.”
Marion County Sheriff
“In Florida, no one seriously pursues running for public office without coming to see Danny Gaekwad.”
Florida State Senator
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