Darren Powderly
About Darren Powderly
Darren Powderly is the Co-Founder and Senior Managing Director of CrowdStreet, Inc., where he has worked since 2012. With a background in investment real estate and experience in various roles within the commercial real estate sector, he focuses on democratizing access to commercial real estate through technology.
Work at CrowdStreet
Darren Powderly serves as Co-Founder and Senior Managing Director at CrowdStreet, Inc., a position he has held since 2012. Under his leadership, CrowdStreet has focused on democratizing access to commercial real estate through technology. He leverages his expertise in capital markets, equity and debt, property valuation, and market research to create value for the company's sponsors and investors. His strategic planning and financial modeling have been instrumental in achieving a 17.9% internal rate of return (IRR) for individual investors. Powderly's role has contributed to the growth of equity crowdfunding as a viable investment vehicle.
Education and Expertise
Darren Powderly studied at the University of Colorado Boulder, where he earned a degree in Business with a focus on Marketing and Entrepreneurship from 1994 to 1997. He furthered his education at The CCIM Institute, specializing in Investment Real Estate, and achieved the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation. Powderly holds a Series 79 license, demonstrating his expertise in investment banking and securities. His educational background supports his professional endeavors in commercial real estate and technology.
Background
Before co-founding CrowdStreet, Darren Powderly held various positions in the commercial real estate and technology sectors. He worked at Compass Commercial Real Estate Services as Principal from 2003 to 2016, contributing to the firm for 13 years in Bend, Oregon. Prior to that, he was an Account Manager and Inside Sales Team Leader at Oracle from 1999 to 2002 in the San Francisco Bay Area. He also served as a Technology Recruiter at TEK Systems for one year in Boulder, Colorado, and as a Board of Advisory Director at U.S. Bank from 2011 to 2013 in Bend, Oregon.
Community Engagement and Interests
Darren Powderly actively engages in community service, reflecting his commitment to giving back to the community. He enjoys traveling, adventure, and sports, often participating in these activities with his family. His interests outside of work contribute to a well-rounded personal life, balancing professional responsibilities with community involvement and family time.