December 16, 2025
Meet Daniel O’Shaughnessey, or Dani, as he’s affectionately known, the charismatic CEO and co-founder of Red Rover. Red Rover specializes in modern and innovative HR software solutions tailored to the K12 education market. With a passion for building effective teams and fostering a company culture that emphasizes servitude and growth, Dani stands alongside two other dedicated founders, Larry Foxx and Mike Sheldon.
In this interview, Dani shares his motivations, inspirations, and the story behind Red Rover’s inception. Rooted in strong work ethic and genuine care for people, Dani and his fellow co-founders embody purpose-driven leadership. They aim to make a meaningful impact on the Red Rover team and the K12 HR community, who stand on the front lines of service to teachers and students.
What motivates you to get out of bed in the morning?
The opportunity I get to serve a team that’s running so fast. To put a team together that loves to serve K12, that really energizes me. I’m not the smartest person in a room. I try to find great talent and put them in a place where they can use...
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