Celebrating Daniel Wangel — RV Pro’s 2025 Top 40 Under 40 Honoree

November 12, 2025
Daniel Wangel 40 under 40
We’re thrilled to share some incredible news — our very own Daniel Wangel has been selected for RV Pro’s 2025 Top 40 Under 40!

This national recognition celebrates the rising leaders shaping the future of the RV industry, and Daniel’s selection is a well-earned reflection of his vision, leadership, and lasting impact here at Storyteller Overland.

Building the Foundation for Growth


When Daniel joined Storyteller in 2021 as our very first engineering hire, he stepped into a pivotal moment in our company’s growth. With our production ramping up and new products on the horizon, Daniel began building the foundation for the robust systems that keep our operations running smoothly today.

He developed Storyteller’s Quality Management framework, which now contains more than 1,000 documented process steps that ensure every build meets the highest standards of craftsmanship and compliance. He also designed and implemented our Change Management system, which has driven over 650 process improvements across production and engineering.

His ability to anticipate challenges, streamline workflows, and lead with purpose has been instrumental in helping us scale responsibly through a period of incredible growth.
Daniel Wangel 40 under 40 Group

Leading with Purpose and Integrity


Today, Daniel serves as Senior Quality & Process Engineering Manager, directly leading a team of four and mentoring an additional twelve team members. Through his leadership, he continues to multiply his impact—empowering others to innovate, problem-solve, and grow into future leaders themselves.

As a founding member of the Product Safety Committee, Daniel also reinforces our commitment to quality, safety, and customer trust. His role in managing recalls, technical bulletins, and safety investigations ensures that every Storyteller vehicle not only meets but exceeds industry standards.

Beyond the engineering side, Daniel’s influence can even be found in our User Guides, where he contributes as an editor—helping shape the customer experience long after a vehicle leaves our production floor.

Driving Change, Inside and Out


Daniel’s leadership extends far beyond his technical expertise. He embodies the heart of Storyteller culture—curious, driven, and deeply compassionate.

Last year, he organized a company-wide fundraiser for WaterStep, bringing the Storyteller community together to raise awareness and support for clean water initiatives. Through his planning and commitment, the fundraiser not only made a tangible impact but also inspired others to get involved and give back.

Outside of work, Daniel brings the same energy to every adventure. He’s passionate about people, animals, travel, and the outdoors—living the same spirit of exploration that fuels the RV and adventure vehicle lifestyle.

Daniel Wangel 40 under 40

A Leader Among Leaders


Daniel’s influence has been felt at every level of Storyteller Overland. Under his leadership, our production processes have doubled in capacity, expanded to new product lines like MODE LT, HILT, Mystic, Van Torino, XO, and CREW MODE, and maintained the same exceptional level of quality and consistency.

Since joining the RV industry, Daniel has been promoted from Process & Quality Engineer to Senior Quality & Process Engineering Manager in under a year—a clear testament to his skill, initiative, and leadership potential.

His contributions have also supported multiple company-wide recognitions, including:

  • 2024 Inno Fire Award Honoree by the Birmingham Business Journal
  • 2024 “Top New Debut” Award at the Elkhart Open House for CREW MODE
  • 2025 Red Dot Award in the Off-Road Vehicle Category

While these awards reflect the collective effort of our entire team, they also speak to the systems, standards, and culture of excellence Daniel helped create.

Looking Ahead


Daniel represents the next generation of leadership in the RV and adventure vehicle industry—combining deep technical expertise with people-focused leadership. His work has not only strengthened Storyteller Overland’s production and quality foundations but has also elevated safety, compliance, and the overall customer experience across the industry.

Please join us in congratulating Daniel on this well-deserved recognition. His dedication, leadership, and heart continue to inspire everyone around him—and we couldn’t be prouder to have him as part of the Storyteller family.

Much gratitude and appreciation,
 The Storyteller Overland Team


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