Danny Taylor is a multi-talented entrepreneur, writer, and artist with a gift for turning vision into reality. With a diverse portfolio of businesses and creative projects, he blends imagination, strategy, and innovation into everything he touches—building brands that inspire, connect, and thrive.
As President of Website Growers, 2FIVE2, and NC Vintage Thrift, Danny leads with both creative flair and business acumen. From vision to execution, he guides each venture with a steady hand, ensuring financial success and public resonance through expert marketing and bold storytelling.
His entrepreneurial journey began in 1999 when he founded Website Growers, a web design company that quickly gained traction by helping businesses grow online. In 2014, he launched 2FIVE2, a local brand and apparel company celebrating North Carolina culture. Fueled by a love for vintage and antique treasures, he followed with NC Vintage Thrift, which became a go-to destination for timeless fashion and one-of-a-kind finds.
In 2024, Danny co-founded VA Vintage, opening the first store in Chesapeake, VA, followed by a second location in Virginia Beach in 2025—further expanding his commitment to curating and sharing stories through style and nostalgia.
Danny is also an accomplished author. In 2020, he introduced readers to the Salt Monsters comic series, followed by his debut novel, Wanted on the Outer Banks (2023). On July 4, 2025, he published Blackwater College and the Heart of the Hollow, a gripping historical fantasy set in 1706 Virginia. The story brings together legendary figures like Grace Sherwood (the Pungo Witch) and Edward Teach (Blackbeard) in a haunting, magical narrative that captures the mystique of early colonial America.
Beyond business and books, Danny remains committed to lifting others. Known for his humility and approachability, he mentors aspiring entrepreneurs and shares his expertise in internet marketing, brand development, and creative storytelling. Whether he's building a brand, crafting a novel, or restoring a vintage find, Danny brings heart, vision, and originality to everything he does.
Born and raised in Virginia Beach, VA, Danny studied web design and SEO at Howard County Community College in Columbia, MD. When he’s not launching new ventures or writing the next chapter of his story, he enjoys painting, photography, and collecting antiques.
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