Interview with Danny Roman: Biker, Hiker, Swimmer, Snow Boarder
Name: Danny Roman
Age: 35
Location: West Hollywood, CA
Outdoor Activities: Biking, Hiking, Swimming, Snow Boarding
Can you give us a brief bio of yourself?
First Generation American. Parents were born and raised in Croatia. I grew up in NYC and moved out west in 2004 and fell in love with the outdoors. I own and operate LA's largest eco-tourism company. We specialize in showing FIT tavelers, Group travelers, and Corporate groups a different way to experience LA, by biking and hiking.
What is your most memorable accomplishment?
Starting my own business.
What do people most often tease you about?
The neurotic NYC personality that I can't seem to get rid of.
If you could relive the last 10 years of your life, what would you do differently?
I would have meditated more!
If the people who know you were asked to describe you, what would they say?
Persistent.
Describe a typical week in your life.
I wake up and meditate, then I bike to the gym and bust my butt. Afterwards, I head to my office and sell LA as the ultimate eco-tourism destination
What do you believe to be true?
I believe that we are here for a hot second so try to enjoy every moment and don't take things so seriously. Also, do your part to leave the world a better place for future generations.
What is the secret to a happy life?
Lots of meditation, lots of sex and lots of biking
Who's had the greatest influence on your life and why?
My Baba (grandmother) she's just such a rock star. She's lived through WW1, WW2 and the Yugoslavian War and she still has it going on. So peaceful, loving and kind Can't wait to go home and see her this summer in Croatia.
What's a secret ambition of yours?
Purchase an ambulance and turn it into a mobile spay/neuter clinic and fix animals.
What's one thing you'd like to change about yourself?
My burning desire to consume carbs!
If your life were a motion picture, what would the title be?
The Truman Show
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