Daniel Nguyen is the General Manager of Gulf Islands Waterpark and has been a leader in the amusement and waterpark industry since 2017. With experience spanning Walt Disney World, Smarte Carte, Hawaiian Falls Waterparks, and The Elmont Resort, he has developed a leadership philosophy centered on building buy-in and trust to drive results. He specializes in developing and selecting seasonal leaders, navigating the challenges of a seasonal workforce and younger team members. Nguyen believes that a committed, mission-aligned contributor often outperforms a technically skilled individual who lacks buy-in, a principle that has guided his success in creating high-performing, Guest-focused teams.
