Daniel Van Mil

With over 24 years of experience in the elevator industry, Daniel Van Mil brings a rare combination of deep technical knowledge and behind-the-scenes insight into how elevator companies operate. His career spans roles in both sales and management at major firms such as Amtech/Otis and TK Elevator (formerly ThyssenKrupp), as well as hands-on experience with smaller, service-driven companies like Reliable Elevator and Specialized Elevator.

Daniel’s unique vantage point - having worked within both large corporations and boutique firms - revealed a common thread: aggressive sales tactics and internal incentives that often place company profits ahead of the customer’s best interests. This experience became the foundation of Elevator Insight.

At Elevator Insight, Daniel leverages his insider knowledge to advocate for clients, providing full transparency and unbiased guidance. The flat-rate $499 review gives you a clear written analysis of your proposal — pros, cons, and what to question. If you’d rather have Daniel push back on the elevator company for you, the optional negotiation service handles that on a performance basis (11% of negotiated savings). In some cases, this work has helped clients avoid costs ranging from $4,000 to over $100,000.

Elevator Insight was founded to break these cycles. Daniel’s mission is simple: to offer honest, transparent, and client-focused elevator consulting that builds long-term relationships with companies nationwide.