Strategy. Relationships. Technology.
Big opportunities demand more than good intentions.
D2E turns ambitious business opportunities into actionable plans and real-world results. We combine strategic experience, meaningful relationships, and hands-on technology execution to help companies grow, connect, and create what’s next.
Not just consultants. Genuine partners.
A journey built together
Concept
The spark
Where the first idea becomes a shared vision.
Planning
The roadmap
A thoughtful roadmap for every next step.
Delivery
The outcome
Turning the plan into meaningful progress.
By your side, from start to finish.
Start with the objective
Our work starts with the outcome you are trying to reach — not a fixed menu of services.
Connect With New Revenue
Know where to go, who to reach, and how to gain traction.
Plan a Product Launch
Move from promising concept to coordinated launch plan.
Find the Right People
Turn mutual interest into aligned incentives and a working partnership.
Refine the Business Model
Sharpen how you create, deliver, and capture value, so growth lasts.
Make Something New
Deliver higher-quality technology faster and more accurately.
Nail the execution
Once we know where you want to go, we’ll craft the plan and then lead you there.
Enter a New Market
Validate the opportunity, sharpen your positioning, and gain a foothold.
Deliver Top-Notch Software
Turn ambitious ideas into reliable, scalable technology that delivers.
Analyze Data at Scale
Transform complex data into actionable insights and smarter decisions.
Raise Investment Capital
Build a compelling investment case, reach the right investors, and secure funding.
Senior experience. Direct involvement.
Meaningful engagement and lasting growth don’t come from one-size-fits-all solutions.
At Direct 2 Engagement, we bring together decades of experience in community-building, fan engagement, product development, commercial strategy, data, and AI to help organizations unlock new opportunities and accelerate growth.
Our founders combine big-picture thinking with hands-on execution, delivering strategies and solutions tailored to your audience, market, and business goals. From developing new products and partnerships to mentoring leadership teams, we go beyond conventional consulting to turn ideas into measurable progress.
Darryl Haberman
Fan Engagement, Digital Product Strategy & Business Growth
Turning audience connections into communities and business growth.
With more than 25 years in sports, media, and technology, Darryl transforms audience engagement into stronger communities, innovative products, and new revenue opportunities.
Through Haberman Consulting, he advises businesses on product strategy, market positioning, and growth, building on earlier experience with the National Hockey League, Major League Baseball Advanced Media, and Disney Streaming Services.
At D2E, Darryl combines audience insights, digital innovation, and practical strategy to help organizations turn big ideas into meaningful experiences and measurable results.
Rob Rinderman
Growth Strategy, Strategic Partnerships & Capital Advisory
Building relationships. Creating opportunities. Accelerating growth.
With more than three decades of experience across Wall Street, media, entertainment, and emerging businesses, Rob helps organizations refine their strategies, forge valuable partnerships, and unlock new opportunities.
Combining financial insight, strategic communications, and an extensive professional network, Rob brings a hands-on approach to business acceleration. A mentor to hundreds of entrepreneurs, he helps founders and leadership teams navigate pivotal decisions, strengthen relationships, and turn plans into progress.
Allison Buhler
AI & Technology Delivery, Data Strategy, Risk & Compliance
Powerful AI. Purpose-built technology. Real-world results.
Allison turns AI strategy into secure, customized technology that solves real business challenges. Her expertise spans AI applications, intelligent automation, data integration, and scalable infrastructure.
She has led mission-critical financial technology supporting more than half of U.S. financial institutions and processing over $1 trillion in payments annually.
At D2E, Allison helps organizations move beyond off-the-shelf solutions to accelerate innovation while maintaining the security, reliability, and compliance needed for sustainable growth.
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