Dan Roam is a renowned author and visual thinking expert, best known for his innovative approach to problem-solving and communication through simple drawings. He holds a degree in biology from the University of California, Santa Cruz, and has applied his expertise across various industries, including technology, healthcare, and government. Roam's ground-breaking book, "The Back of the Napkin," was named the innovation and creativity book of the year by Fast Company, BusinessWeek, and the Times of London, and has been published in 27 languages, topping business book charts globally

Roam's journey into visual thinking began with his fascination with how simple drawings convey complex ideas more effectively than words alone. This passion led him to establish Digital Roam Inc., a management consulting firm that leverages visual thinking to solve intricate problems for high-profile clients such as Google, Boeing, and the U.S. Navy

His work emphasizes the power of visual communication in making ideas clearer and more impactful.
In "Blah Blah Blah: What to Do When Words Don't Work," Roam extends his visual thinking principles, offering readers practical tools to transform weakly presented ideas into compelling communication. The book combines text with simple, engaging drawings to illustrate concepts, making it a valuable resource for anyone who presents information regularly, from executives to educators.
Roam currently resides in San Francisco, California, where he continues to write, consult, and speak on the power of visual thinking. When he's not working, he enjoys exploring the outdoors and drawing inspiration from nature.