Darren Wisher
About Darren Wisher
Darren Wisher serves as the Global Director of Urban Solutions at Hatch, where he focuses on economic consultancy for the land and property sector. He has extensive experience in securing planning consent and public funding for major development projects and has worked on both UK and international initiatives.
Work at Hatch
Darren Wisher serves as the Global Director of Urban Solutions at Hatch, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he focuses on economic consultancy for the land and property sector, emphasizing business case development and funding advice. He has contributed to both UK and international projects as part of Hatch's Urban Solutions team. His leadership includes overseeing the integration of Regeneris Consulting with Hatch's global Urban Solutions team, enhancing the firm's capabilities in urban development.
Education and Expertise
Darren Wisher holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Economics and Public Policy from Leeds Beckett University, where he studied from 1989 to 1993. He furthered his education with a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Applied Economic and Social Research from The University of Manchester, completing this program in 1994. His academic background supports his expertise in economic consultancy, particularly in the land and property sector.
Background
Darren Wisher began his career at DTZ Consulting as a Consultant from 1995 to 1999 in Manchester, United Kingdom. He then transitioned to SQW Consulting, where he worked as a Senior Consultant from 1999 to 2001 in Stockport, United Kingdom. In 2001, he joined Regeneris Consulting as Managing Director, a role he held until 2018, during which he played a significant role in expanding the team to 50 staff members.
Achievements
Darren Wisher has a notable record of securing planning consent and public funding for major development schemes. He completed the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Business Leaders programme in 2016, which reflects his commitment to professional development and leadership in the consulting field. His contributions have significantly impacted the growth and integration of consulting services within the urban solutions sector.