Dan holds a bachelor's degree in accounting from Saint Thomas University, a master of business administration from Nova Southeastern University, and an executive master of business administration from Georgia State University. He is married to Daisy M. Russell and has three adult children and three grandchildren. He is a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta.

Dan is the founder of Russell & Associates, LLC, a venture he established following his retirement in 2015. He previously spent four decades in senior-level finance roles across various sectors, including the private sector, municipal government, and the healthcare industry. He also served in the United States Air Force for four years.

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Dan W. Russell's campaign for Snellville City Council Member, Post 3 is his first entry into politics.

Plans to attract businesses and well-paying jobs to Snellville.

- Plans to attract businesses and well-paying jobs to Snellville.

Economy

Promises to keep Snellville's parks and recreational areas clean and well-maintained.

- Promises to keep Snellville's parks and recreational areas clean and well-maintained.

Public Services

Supports initiatives to enhance Snellville's appeal for businesses and residents.

- Supports initiatives to enhance Snellville's appeal for businesses and residents.

Housing & Urban Development

As of October 12, 2025, Dan W. Russell’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Public Safety

Transportation & Infrastructure

Energy & the Environment

Dan W. Russell

Dan W. Russell holds a bachelor's degree in accounting from Saint Thomas University, a master of business administration from Nova Southeastern University, and an executive master of business administration from Georgia State University. He is married to Daisy M. Russell and has three adult children and three grandchildren. He is a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta.

As of October 12, 2025, Dan W. Russell did not have a website or any information online.

- City council members work together with the rest of city council to set and implement city policy. 
- City council is tasked with ensuring the health, comfort, and safety of residents of the city 
- City council members work with the mayor to govern city departments, such as the police department, fire department, transportation department, and parks and recreation department. 
- City council members represent either the whole city or residents of a specific district. 
- Most city council members in Georgia are elected in odd years to four year terms. Elections are nonpartisan. 