Darren Summers
About Darren Summers
Darren Summers serves as the CFO and COO of VEGAMOUR, INC. in Los Angeles, California, where he has worked since 2021, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at Nikon and Unilever.
Work at Vegamour
Darren Summers has served as CFO and COO at Vegamour, Inc. since 2021. In this role, he has been instrumental in driving strategic growth initiatives and leveraging his cross-functional leadership experience. His responsibilities include overseeing financial operations and ensuring the company's financial health while enhancing organizational value through collaboration with stakeholders.
Previous Experience in Finance and Operations
Prior to joining Vegamour, Summers held various positions at Nikon and Unilever. He was the Head of Business Planning & Operations at Nikon for one year and served as General Manager from 2015 to 2018. At Unilever, he progressed through roles including Customer Finance Manager, Customer Commercial Specialist Manager, and Senior Director Finance, contributing to financial management and operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Darren Summers studied at the University of Warwick, earning a BSc (Hons) in Physics and Business Studies from 2002 to 2005. He furthered his education at CIMA, achieving ACMA and CGMA designations with all first-time passes from 2006 to 2008. His educational background supports his expertise in finance and strategic operations.
Leadership and Team Development
Summers is recognized for his ability to build high-performing teams. He emphasizes coaching, motivating, and empowering team members to achieve organizational goals. His collaborative approach focuses on enhancing trust and rapport with stakeholders, which contributes to improved profitability and operational efficiencies.
Career Progression at Unilever
Darren Summers began his career at Unilever through the Graduate Leadership Programme, where he developed foundational skills in finance. He later advanced to various managerial roles, including Customer Finance Manager and Senior Director Finance, where he played a key role in financial strategy and operations.