Founder & Publisher, iSurge Media

Dan Smedstad

Petroleum landman for 35+ years, a hands-on student of AI since 2023, and an AI Nerd. Founder & Publisher of iSurge Media, based in Katy, Texas.

Dan Smedstad has spent 35+ years as a petroleum landman, working leases and title across 12 states, from the Permian Basin and South Texas to Williston, North Dakota. He's been a hands-on student of all things AI since 2023 and calls himself an AI Nerd. He's the Founder & Publisher of iSurge Media and lives in Katy, Texas.

Publications

  • GetToolRank Practical AI tools for small-business owners, ranked in plain English on a published rubric.
  • AdvisorAIStack AI tools for CPAs, financial advisors and insurance agents, ranked with security and compliance in mind.
  • KatyScoop A local newsletter covering news, events and hidden gems in Katy, Texas.
  • KatyHomeServices Coming soon A local directory for finding home services in and around Katy, Texas.
  • BidMyData Helps established business owners see whether everyday company-owned records, like emails, support tickets and CRM history, may qualify for licensing.
  • LicenseMyFiles Helps established architecture, engineering and construction firms see whether records they already own may qualify for licensing.
  • BlackGoldData Helps oil and gas companies and law firms see whether records they already own may qualify for licensing.
  • BalanceSheetData Helps established accounting and CPA firms see whether records they already own may qualify for licensing.

Partners

Elsewhere: Dan's author page on GetToolRank. To get in touch, see the contact page.