Darren W. Hodgdon

Darren Hodgdon is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in healthcare and wellness services. As CEO of Beacon Specialized Living since May 2016, Darren has transformed the company into a leading national provider of clinical supports for low-income individuals with diverse needs, exceeding growth expectations. Prior to this role, Darren founded and led LifeStart Group from 1991 to 2019, successfully selling the company to a private equity group. Darren also served as National VP of Strategy and Innovation at UnitedHealthcare, managing the largest Managed Medicaid portfolio in the U.S. and improving operational efficiencies. Additional roles include President at Healthways, where Darren integrated health solutions for millions of lives, and founder of Health IQ Diagnostics, a preventive screening company. Darren's early career included serving as Senior VP at Naiman Company, contributing to a significant real estate portfolio. Educational credentials include an MBA from the University of Notre Dame and a BBA from the University of San Diego.