Dan Orloff
Board President & Chief Rock Officer
Dan Orloff, founder of San Jose Rocks and principal of Orloff Marketing (formerly Orloff Williams), has been a visible and active leader in the Silicon Valley business and cultural community since 1977. Known for his ability to make connections and open doors, Dan has supported a wide range of organizations — from business ventures to nonprofit causes — while serving on numerous boards and commissions. A member of the Rotary Club of San Jose since 1994, he is recognized for his hands-on commitment to projects that strengthen community ties.
Equally passionate about the arts, Dan has championed local music, history, and cultural preservation throughout his career. He has led marketing and communications for institutions such as Montalvo Arts Center, Mountain Winery, and Children’s Discovery Museum. A past board member of the Fountain Blues Foundation, Dan helped guide California’s longest-running blues festival, held annually in downtown San Jose. Through San Jose Rocks, he works to honor San Jose and Silicon Valley’s unique role in shaping music and innovation.
Whether promoting civic initiatives as San Jose’s former Director of Marketing or playing drums and guitar in local cover bands, Dan has consistently brought his passion, expertise, and connections to enrich the community he calls home.
What's Next.
Building a Board of Directors worthy of Silicon Valley's musical legacy takes time and intention. With the help of advisors from across Santa Clara County's 15 cities, we're identifying board members who represent the full range of music genres — from mariachi to punk, jazz to EDM — and the technology innovations that have shaped how the world experiences sound. This diverse leadership will ensure San Jose Rocks authentically reflects the communities we serve and the stories we tell.