| Name: | Dan Bronstein |
| Birthdate: | April 19, 1956 |
| Birthplace: | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Residence: | Basalt, Colorado |
| Family: | Wife Dyan, son Donovan, cat Mickey |
| Education: | Juris Doctor, 1990, University of Denver College of Law |
| Occupation: | Restaurant Manager |
| Work history: | Restaurant manager; attorney; climbing guide |
| Personal Hero: | Any of the early polar adventurers: Amundsen, Scott, Perry, Byrd |
| Accomplishments: | Married better than I deserved. I have a beautiful, healthy son. |
| How
long I’ve been a mountain climber: |
30 years |
| How I became interested in mountain climbing: | I started hiking/camping/climbing with my father and enjoyed the mountains and scenery. I also enjoy the individual challenge. |
| Responsibilities
on the expedition: |
Photographs, film and interviews for the expedition and NBC/Discovery Channel |
| Goals for the expedition: | A safe and healthy climb for all, great photography and film and to support Ed on his trip to the summit. |
| What
the expedition means to me: |
We all have disabilities that we have to overcome. Ed is showing us all how far we can go to overcome them. |
| How
I know Ed Hommer: |
I was put in touch with Ed by Greg Howard of Polaris Pools (one of the expedition’s sponsors). I first met Ed when he came to Denver for a speaking engagement and slide show. |
| Hobbies: | Golf, biking, swimming |
| Interesting
fact about myself: |
I got arrested in Tanzania at the airport for tearing up some extra currency before leaving the country. |
| Favorite Books: | Mystery and drama |
| Favorite Food: | Steak |
| Favorite TV Shows: | Comedies |
| Favorite Music: | Country Music |
| Favorite Movie: | Any animated movie |