Darin’s Story:
Darin’s passion is people, and his purpose is family and community. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP) professional, his mission is to explore, understand, and preserve his clients’ life values, while inspiring them to live the life they desire and deserve. Darin, his wife Jamie, and their three daughters have been residents of Colorado since 2008, and Wheat Ridge has been their home since 2015. Growing up in a small community in Kansas, Darin developed a passion for community development and enjoys giving back to his local community. Outside of work and community activities, Darin enjoys spending time with his family, practicing yoga, cooking, mountain biking, camping, and skiing.
Professional Experience & Qualifications:
Darin brings a wealth of experience to WealthClarity, having worked in various roles and industries. His professional background and qualifications include:
- Kansas State University: Bachelor’s Degree (2006)
- Started his Financial Planning practice with Waddell & Reed in 2008
- CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®) practitioner (2016)
- Partner & Senior Wealth Advisor at WealthClarity
- Recognized with honors such as Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors for 2023/2024, 2023 Five Star Wealth Manager, and LPL Summit Award – Top 2% of Independent Advisors
Specialties:
Darin specializes in comprehensive financial planning, investment management, and helping clients align their financial strategies with their life values and goals. He believes that financial planning can be a catalyst towards pursuing one’s life purpose.
Community Involvement:
- West Metro Chamber of Commerce – Member since 2008, Board of Directors (2010-2016), Chair of the Board (2015), Young Professional of the Year (2010)
- Kiwanis Club of Lakewood – Member since 2009, Board of Directors (2010-2013), Chair of the Board (2012)
- Leadership Jefferson County, Colorado – Graduate (2010)
- Wheat Ridge Business Association – Member since 2016, Board Member (2018-Present)
- Localworks Non-Profit – Member since 2018, Board of Directors (2018-Present), Chair of the Board (2022)
Fun Fact:
Darin never misses the opportunity to get dressed up for the annual Father/Daughter dance, where he proudly takes his three daughters as his dates.
Scheduling:
Please schedule with Darin through the OnceHub portal or contact WealthClarity at (720) 613-0088.
Disclaimer(s):
- *Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Center for Financial Planning, Inc. owns and licenses the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States to Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., which authorizes individuals who successfully complete the organization’s initial and ongoing certification requirements to use the certification marks.
- The Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisor ranking, developed by SHOOK Research, is based on in-person and telephone due diligence meetings and a ranking algorithm that includes: client retention, industry experience, review of compliance records, firm nominations; and quantitative criteria, including: assets under management and revenue generated for their firms. Portfolio performance is not a criterion due to varying client objectives and lack of audited data. Neither Forbes nor SHOOK Research receives a fee in exchange for rankings.
- 5 Star Award based on 10 objective criteria associated with providing quality services to clients such as credentials, experience, and assets under management among other factors. Wealth managers do not pay a fee to be considered or placed on the final list of 2023 Five Star Wealth Managers.
- The LPL Summit Award is based on annual production.