Dan Lewis
Dan Lewis is CEO and co-founder at two stealth startups and serves as an advisor and investor at various companies, as well as Corporate Vice President at Microsoft. He previously founded Convoy, which was acquired, and has expertise in pitching and selling, product systems and strategy, UX, marketplaces, venture and angel investing, machine learning and AI, e-commerce, supply chain, robotics, and enterprise software and services.
Former Convoy CEO Dan Lewis Launches Stealth Startup Focused on AI Infrastructure and Supply Chain Intelligence
Dan Lewis, former CEO of Convoy, has launched a stealth startup aimed at developing AI infrastructure and enhancing supply chain intelligence.
Convoy Co-founder Dan Lewis Leaves Microsoft to Launch Stealth Startup for Efficient AI Model Computing
Dan Lewis, co-founder of the former freight marketplace Convoy, has left his corporate vice president role at Microsoft to launch a stealth startup focused on creating an efficient computing platform for running AI models. His new venture aims to optimize AI inference costs by managing data centers, networking, chips, and software to make AI more efficient and affordable.
Convoy Co-founder Dan Lewis Shares Startup Culture and Leadership Lessons at 2026 Seattle AI Summit
Dan Lewis, Convoy co-founder and Microsoft VP, shared lessons from building the now-shuttered unicorn startup at the 2026 Seattle AI Startup Summit, emphasizing deliberate culture shaping, codifying values based on proven practices, and ensuring employees understand the 'why' behind decisions. His insights aim to help entrepreneurs create strong startups by fostering ownership and intentional culture design.
Seattle Startup Radar Highlights AI-Driven Ventures Like The Carry’s $299 Fitness Vest and Color42’s Music Video AI with 1,000 Users
Several Seattle-area startups led by founders such as Esther Sedgwick of The Carry and Prince Bajracharya of Color42 are leveraging AI across diverse sectors including fitness, music marketing, and autonomous debugging. These companies are at early stages with products launching this year and are receiving feedback from a GPT-powered critic called 'Mean VC' to refine their market strategies.
Logic raises $4.3M seed round and launches GA no-code automation platform
Logic, a Seattle business automation company founded in 2024, raised $4.3 million in a Seed round and launched the general availability of its no-code automation platform after a year-long beta. The funding, from investors including Founders’ Co-op, Audacious, Neo (Ali Partovi), Brex executives, and Convoy co-founder Dan Lewis, will be used to expand product capabilities, grow adoption, and strengthen engineering and go-to-market teams.
Learnings From Starting & Scaling Convoy As A B2B Marketplace With Dan Lewis | EM Group Chat #194
Recording of the Everything Marketplaces Group Chat #194 (7/1) with Dan Lewis. Dan previously started Convoy, which scaled to become one of the largest digital freight marketplaces. Convoy was often referred to as the "Uber for trucking" and raised over $1B+ in capital from investors like Y Combinator, Greylock, and Jeff Bezos. It was eventually acquired by Flexport in a technology acquisition and Dan has since joined Microsoft to lead their Copilot and AI Business initiatives. 0:05 Intro 1:11 Dan's background 2:15 The founding story for Convoy 4:14 How Convoy solved the cold start problem 8:52 How Convoy initially constrained…
Flexport Sells Convoy Technology to DAT Freight & Analytics for Approximately $250 Million in 2024
Flexport announced it is selling Convoy's freight marketplace technology to DAT Freight & Analytics for around $250 million, after acquiring Convoy in 2022 following its shutdown. DAT, part of Roper Technologies, will operate the marketplace, expanding its freight-matching network in North America.
Convoy Co-Founder Grant Goodale Joins Ryder as Chief Product and Technology Officer
Grant Goodale, co-founder and former CTO of Convoy, has joined Ryder as chief product and technology officer, marking his return to the trucking industry. Additionally, Seattle startups Shipium and Graham & Walker announced key leadership hires with Geoff Tamman named CFO and Ryan Hughes as chief of staff, respectively.
Convoy Co-Founder Dan Lewis Joins Microsoft as Chief Product Officer for Enterprise AI Solutions
Dan Lewis, former Convoy CEO, has joined Microsoft as chief product officer for Business & Industry solutions and Copilot AI, focusing on enterprise AI initiatives. Lewis returns to Microsoft after leading Convoy to a $3.8 billion valuation before its 2023 shutdown.
Seattle Emerges as Leading Hub for Supply Chain Software Startups Backed by Amazon and Convoy Veterans
Seattle has become a leading hub for supply chain software innovation, driven by logistics giants like Amazon and startups such as Convoy and Shipium. The region's unique talent pool, supported by global companies and advances in technology, is fostering significant growth and investment in logistics startups.
Seattle Engineers Steve Krenzel and Jess Garms Raise $4.3M for Logic, an AI Startup Automating Business Processes via Document-Driven APIs
Seattle engineers Steve Krenzel and Jess Garms founded Logic, raising $4.3 million to develop AI-powered automation that transforms business workflow documents into APIs. Their startup aims to simplify enterprise automation using large language models for various industries including e-commerce and logistics.
Flexport Relaunches Convoy Trucking Marketplace After Acquiring Technology Post-Startup Shutdown
Flexport has relaunched the Convoy digital trucking marketplace after acquiring Convoy's technology and some employees following the startup's shutdown. The relaunch quickly attracted major customers, dispatching nearly 200 truckloads on its first day.
Jeff Bezos Moves from Seattle to Miami, Raising Questions on Washington's Capital Gains Tax Impact
Jeff Bezos is moving from Seattle to Miami, marking a symbolic end of an era for the Seattle region where he influenced business and philanthropy for three decades. The move raises questions about Washington state's capital gains tax and its impact on local leadership, while Bezos remains executive chairman of Amazon.
Jeff Bezos' big move, Convoy's final stop, AI meets VC
What should we make of Jeff Bezos' decision to move his primary residence from Seattle to Miami? That's our first topic on this week's episode. Plus, Convoy's final destination; a new AI feature from Seattle startup Yoodli that helps startup founders hone their pitches; and Amazon tests Bluetooth earplugs for warehouse workers. Related stories and links ‘Seattle, you will always have a piece of my heart’: Jeff Bezos leaving Amazon’s hometown for Miami Jeff Bezos’ move out of Washington state sparks questions about wealth taxes Swimming from Seattle? Jeff Bezos’ big move brings us full circle from the mid-1990s Flexport…
Flexport Acquires Convoy’s Technology and CEO Dan Lewis After Convoy’s Sudden Shutdown
Freight company Flexport acquired Convoy's technology and some employees, including CEO Dan Lewis, after Convoy abruptly shut down, citing a modest purchase price. Convoy, once valued at $3.8 billion, collapsed due to market challenges and exhausted strategic options despite significant funding.
Convoy Faces Class Action Lawsuit for WARN Act Violations Following Abrupt Layoff of 533 Employees
Trucking startup Convoy faces a proposed class action lawsuit alleging violation of the WARN Act by laying off 533 employees without 60 days' advance notice or severance after its abrupt shutdown. The lawsuit seeks 60 days of wages and benefits for affected workers.
Convoy CEO Dan Lewis Seeks Deal to Preserve Team and Tech After Shutdown and 533 Layoffs
Convoy CEO Dan Lewis is working on a deal that may retain some of the company’s technology and team following the shutdown and layoffs of 533 employees amid a freight recession and poor investor interest. The Seattle startup, once valued at $3.8 billion and having raised $260 million, could not finalize a strategic deal and has ceased operations.
Seattle Trucking Startup Convoy Lays Off 533 Employees Without Severance, Prompting WARN Act Investigation
Seattle-based trucking startup Convoy abruptly laid off 533 employees last week without severance, prompting investigation by a Detroit labor rights law firm for potential WARN Act violations. Convoy CEO cited lender decisions for the lack of severance, while the company offered limited post-layoff benefits.
Convoy CEO Dan Lewis Discloses Near-M&A Deals Before Trucking Startup's Shutdown Amid Freight Recession
Convoy CEO Dan Lewis revealed on LinkedIn that the company reached advanced stages of two potential M&A deals before shutting down amid a prolonged freight recession and declined investor interest. The Seattle-based trucking startup, which had about 500 employees before the shutdown, had raised $260 million at a $3.8 billion valuation 18 months earlier.
What the heck happened at Convoy?
This week on the GeekWire Podcast, we examine the market forces, debt, and other dynamics that put the digital freight marketplace Convoy out of business, bringing one of the Seattle region's top startups to the end of the road. Related coverage: ‘The markets crushed us’: In tearful farewell to employees, Convoy execs reflect on shutdown Convoy collapse: Read CEO’s memo detailing sudden shutdown of Seattle trucking startup Convoy raised $260 million just 18 months ago, at a valuation of $3.8 billion. Its investor list was a who's who of tech moguls and celebrities, including Bill Gates, Jeff Bezos, Marc Benioff…
Seattle Trucking Startup Convoy Shutters After 8 Years Amid Freight Recession, Lenders Pull Funding
Convoy, a Seattle-based digital trucking marketplace co-founded by CEO Dan Lewis, abruptly shut down after eight years due to a freight recession and lack of funding, leading to layoffs without severance. Executives expressed shock and grief during a company-wide video call, explaining that they exhausted all options to save the company but lenders withdrew the final funds.
Seattle Trucking Marketplace Convoy Pauses Shipments and Considers Sale Amid Market Recession
Seattle-based trucking startup Convoy has paused shipments and is reportedly winding down operations amid a freight market recession and financial struggles, with layoffs and potential sale talks ongoing. The company, valued at $3.8 billion last year, faces stiff competition and market headwinds, and plans to share more details on its transition later this week.
Outreach Cuts 12% of Staff Amid Economic Pressures, Aiming for 2024 Profitability
Seattle-based sales software startup Outreach laid off 12% of its staff amid shifting economic conditions and ongoing cost-cutting efforts, aiming for profitability next year. This follows previous layoffs of 5% in August 2022, 7% in February 2023, and another 5% last month, with some business functions being offshored to Mexico City and India.
Seattle Trucking Startup Convoy Hires Investment Bank to Explore M&A Amid Market Challenges
Seattle trucking startup Convoy has hired an investment bank to explore potential M&A options, including a sale, merger, or strategic investment, amid market challenges and multiple layoffs. Founded in 2015 and valued at $3.8 billion, Convoy aims to increase platform volume to reach profitability.
Convoy Co-founder Grant Goodale Steps Down as Chief Experience Officer After Eight Years Amid Company Growth and Layoffs
Grant Goodale, co-founder of Seattle-based trucking startup Convoy, is stepping down as chief experience officer after eight years to spend more time with his family. Convoy, valued at $3.8 billion, aims to optimize trucking logistics but recently faced layoffs amid economic challenges.
Organizations
See all 13-
Stealth startup CEO & Co-Founder 2026–present · current
-
Microsoft Corporate Vice President 2025–2026, Chief Product Officer 2025, Group Product Manager 2008–2011, Chief Product Officer for Business & Industry Solutions and Copilot AI 2026 · current
-
Various Companies Advisor and Investor 2012–present · current
Education
-
Yale University Bachelor's, Cognitive Science/Psychology
-
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso Study Abroad (Yale), Studied cognitive science, spanish
