Darren Popoff
Dallas,TX
Summary
Pragmatic professional with solid experience in leadership roles. Adept at implementing strategic business plans, driving growth and improving operations. Skilled in financial management and stakeholder relations. Collaborative and dedicated to building and leading talented and motivated individuals.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
CCO
CheckSammy Technologies Inc
04.2019 - Current
- Oversees the organization's adherence to legal and regulatory requirements, as well as internal policies
- Develops and implements compliance programs, conducts risk assessments, and ensures that the company operates within the bounds of the law
- The CCO provides training and guidance to employees, fostering a culture of compliance throughout the organization
- Leads investigations into compliance issues and liaise with regulatory bodies to manage and mitigate compliance risks
- Employs great attention to detail, clear communication, professionalism and be highly analytical when reviewing vendor/client contracts and agreements.
- Streamlines operations for increased efficiency by developing and implementing new policies and procedures.
- Cultivates forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
- Monitors key business risks and established risk management procedures.
Mortgage Finance
Self-Employed
01.2008 - 01.2018
- Continually identified, developed and maintained a quality network of business relationships that serves as a recurring source of referrals for new mortgage lending opportunities in both residential and commercial markets
- Worked with various lenders to find the best financing for a commercial client, homebuyers, homeowner looking to refinance
- Originated loans to sell to lending institutions
- Acted as an intermediary between a lender and a borrower who needs a mortgage loan
- Evaluated pay stubs, credit history, tax information and bank statements for financial status
- Acted as an intermediary between real estate agents and clients to facilitate financing to complete a home purchase
Consultant, Operations and Expansion
XeraFlop Technologies
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Responsible for overseeing the remote operations team with growth and expansion including network operations and monitoring
VP Product Development/ Operations
Marketera Corp
01.2003 - 01.2007
- Product design, development and the program management office
- The position required overseeing all of the division's product initiatives to make sure they are on schedule, properly resourced and operationally efficient
- Infrastructure operations focus included how the company was being managed, and that the financial and operational plans are appropriate and enforced.
Program Manager/Director Operations
Onvia
01.1997 - 01.2001
- Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
- Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects or workstreams.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making approaches to inform strategy development and optimize outcomes.
- Addressed and resolved technical, financial, and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
- Led change management efforts, supporting staff through transitions and promoting buy-in for new initiatives.
Director of Multimedia
Avenue 1 Entertainment
01.1996 - 01.1997
Education
Mortgage Finance – Licensed Mortgage Broker -
UBC Sauder School of Business
01.2008
Certificate in Multimedia Production -
Vancouver Film School
01.1996
Diploma Marketing Management -
British Columbia Institute of Technology
01.1988
Skills
- Public relations mastery
- Team Building and Motivation
- Strategic leadership
- Content Strategy Development
- Data-driven decision-making
Timeline
CCO
CheckSammy Technologies Inc
04.2019 - Current
Consultant, Operations and Expansion
XeraFlop Technologies
01.2013 - 01.2015
Mortgage Finance
Self-Employed
01.2008 - 01.2018
VP Product Development/ Operations
Marketera Corp
01.2003 - 01.2007
Program Manager/Director Operations
Onvia
01.1997 - 01.2001
Director of Multimedia
Avenue 1 Entertainment
01.1996 - 01.1997
Mortgage Finance – Licensed Mortgage Broker -
UBC Sauder School of Business
Certificate in Multimedia Production -
Vancouver Film School
Diploma Marketing Management -
British Columbia Institute of Technology
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