The story of Bill Daniels is one of vision, entrepreneurship and humanitarianism. His contributions to cable television have been likened to those of John D. Rockefeller and J.P. Morgan to the oil and railroad industries, respectively.

Bill achieved legendary status in the cable television industry as an early pioneer, industry advocate and deal-maker.

He founded Daniels & Associates in 1958 and operated or managed hundreds of cable systems over the years.

Moreover, he devoted a sizable share of his time to the creation of new civic enterprises, to helping those less fortunate than himself, and to cultivating a new generation of cable leaders.

Bill Daniels, the Denver cable TV pioneer whose entrepreneurial zeal and philanthropic heart made him one of Colorado's most beloved citizens, died March 7, 2000. He was 79.

The Early Years


Born July 1, 1920, Bill Daniels rose from the Depression a hard-working and devoted husband, father and military man.

1950s  Bill defines his career in cable television.

1960s  Becomes sole owner of Daniels & Associates.

1970s  Diversifies cable to include sports programming.

1980s  Launches ideas that generate mass interest and recognition.

1990s  Furthers education, his name and his company.