Darren was raised and educated in Peterborough and has a background in business-to-business sales and distribution management.

For the past 15 years, Darren has been the driving force behind his own coatings company based in Leicester. The business, as well as establishing a strong reputation within its industry, supplying services to clients in various sectors including retail and construction, has also served as a platform for employing and training school leavers, many of whom come from disadvantaged backgrounds, providing them with valuable skills and opportunities.

In addition to running the coatings company, Darren has also successfully launched and managed an eCommerce venture.

In his spare time, Darren is a keen runner and hill walker, having completed several challenging events such as the 190-mile Coast to Coast walk and the New York Marathon.