Marko Danial
Engineer. Entrepreneur. Innovator.
I’m an entrepreneur and mechanical engineer with a passion for tech, media, and creative storytelling. Whether it’s a project, a brand I’m growing, or an idea still taking shape, I try to bring energy, curiosity, and intention into everything I work on.
Hey, I’m Marko Danial — but most people online know me as Pharaoic.
The name is a mix of “Pharaoh” and “heroic,” and it reflects both where I’m from and what I’m working to build. I was born in Egypt and moved to California in 2007, where I’ve been ever since.
I’m a recent mechanical engineering graduate from USC, and over the past few years, I’ve grown social media pages, built digital brands, and explored how content can genuinely connect with people.
I’ve always been drawn to both tech and media, and I’m learning how to turn that into something real and impactful.
Recognition & Milestones
Recognized by Forbes as one of the youngest honorees in the 2021 Forbes Next 1000, celebrating small business owners and entrepreneurs driving innovation and growth with under $10 million in revenue or funding. Honored for my work with Techineer, a platform for sharing and creating tech innovations, showcasing hustle and impact in the consumer technology space.
My Educational Journey
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Liberal Arts
I began my college journey at Saint Mary’s as part of a 3+2 engineering program, which allowed me to transfer to USC and complete both my bachelor’s and master’s degrees in engineering.
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering
- Master of Science (M.S.) in Mechanical Engineering
At USC, I studied mechanical engineering at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, while also completing a minor in entrepreneurship. During my time there, I continued exploring my interests in tech, design, and innovation.
What I’ve Been Building
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Pharaoic Media
Pharaoic Media is the creative extension of Pharaoic LLC, my business entity focused on content, strategy, and digital growth. It serves as the foundation for everything I build, most notably Techineer, a STEM-focused platform with over 2.5M followers. Through Pharaoic Media, I bring together branding, storytelling, and digital execution in the tech and media space.
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Social Growth
Built and managed a network of high-performing social media pages with a combined reach of over 5 million followers. Focused on strategy, content systems, and growing engaged online communities across multiple platforms.
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Brand Collaborations
Led creative execution and content strategy for a range of brands across tech, lifestyle, and digital spaces. Each campaign was built for engagement, using storytelling, trend fluency, and platform-native formats to connect with the right audiences.
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Digital Impact
Recognized by Forbes and other platforms for building digital communities that blend engineering, media, and storytelling. I focus on creating content and platforms that grow organically, connect with real people, and offer lasting value.
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Creative Strategy
Provided social media consulting and management for creators and small brands, helping them grow through content planning, audience strategy, and brand development. Every move is intentional, built on experience and a clear understanding of what drives long-term growth.