Darren is a Founder and Managing Partner of 180 Wealth Advisors.

Prior to launching the firm in 2017, he spent 26 years at Merrill Lynch, serving as a Senior Vice President in their Private Wealth Division. 

With a deep passion for getting the big picture right for clients, Darren is highly driven to understand the U.S. and global financial, economic, monetary and geopolitical landscapes, and their directional trends. He aggregates and summarizes his macro views and outlook in his widely read market update letters. 

This global perspective directly shapes his investment approach. Darren constructs customized portfolios by leading with high-conviction asset allocation, capturing exceptional value and growth opportunities, and optimizing for risk management and tax efficiency.

He earned a double major in Finance and Professional Accounting, and a minor in Economics, from Eastern Washington University.

Darren and his wife Kristin reside at Lake Tapps, where they enjoy family time with their children and grandchildren. Outside of work and family, Darren enjoys physical fitness, sports, outdoor recreation, and his passion for lifelong learning.