Darren D.

Darren D. has extensive work experience in various industries, including automotive, knives and tools, retail, and aviation. Darren'smost recent position is as the Director of Operations at BYOT Auto Parts, starting in May 2022. Prior to that, they served as the COO/V.P. Operations & Supply Chain at SOG Knives & Tools from February 2017 to May 2022. Darren also has experience as the Principal Owner of Bandar LLC from July 2013 to December 2020. Additionally, they held the role of Director of Global Distribution, Logistics & Trade Compliance at Brooks Sports from September 2014 to February 2017. Earlier in their career, Darren worked as a General Manager/Network Project Manager at Tractor Supply Company from October 2004 to September 2013 and as an Assistant General Manager at PetSmart from September 1999 to September 2004. Before that, they held the position of Director of Operations at Montaage Corporation from January 1998 to September 1999 and Operations Manager at Gemmy Industries from 1995 to 1997. Darren's early experience includes serving as Chief Pilot at Savage Aviation from 1991 to 1993.

Darren D. has pursued their education in the field of aviation. Darren attended Liberty University, where they focused on Aviation Management, aiming to earn a Bachelor of Science degree. Subsequently, they enrolled in Com Air Aviation Academy, where they pursued a degree in Career Pilot, specifically in the field of Commercial Pilot. Lastly, Darren D. studied at Dallas College Mountain View Campus, specializing in Aviation/Airway Management and Operations, as part of their Career Pilot program.