Darwin Arifin
About Darwin Arifin
Darwin Arifin serves as the Senior Vice President of Product and Strategy at Wedbush Securities, bringing a diverse background in engineering and business strategy. He holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering and has experience in both startup environments and large corporations.
Work at Wedbush Securities
Darwin Arifin currently serves as the Senior Vice President of Product and Strategy at Wedbush Securities. He has held this position since 2023, contributing to the company's strategic direction and product development initiatives. His role involves leveraging his extensive experience in both engineering and business to enhance the firm's offerings in the financial services sector.
Education and Expertise
Darwin Arifin holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemical Engineering from the University of Colorado Boulder, which he completed from 2009 to 2013. He also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley, from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Polymer Chemistry and Paper Science & Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, studying there from 2003 to 2008.
Background
Darwin Arifin has a diverse professional background that includes experience in both startup environments and large corporations. He co-founded Vested Finance, where he served as Chief Operating Officer from 2018 to 2023. His previous roles include positions as a Process Development Engineer at Intel Corporation and a Senior Process Engineer at Appvion, Inc. He also worked as a Teaching Assistant at the University of Colorado Boulder and Sandia National Labs.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Darwin Arifin has demonstrated a strong foundation in engineering and business strategy. His work includes consulting for Blockchain at Berkeley, showcasing his expertise in blockchain technology. He has contributed to various projects that integrate his knowledge in polymer chemistry and paper science with his business acumen, enhancing product and strategy development.