Darren has over 25 years’ experience of working within the Financial Services Industry. In 2011 after many of the large corporate financial companies pulled out of the financial services industry, Darren decided it was time to set up his own company and with the Support of Paul Hancox, On 28th September 2011, Crystal Clear Financial Planning (CCFPL) was set up. Then on 28th May 2015, they expanded and Chrysalis Wealth Management (CWML) was born! Darren and Paul, were the Directors of CCFPL & CWML until Paul retired in 2022.
Since 2015, the CWML team has continued to grow and develop to ensure that together we are achieving the best outcomes for our customers. No matter where the future takes CWML, it will always remain a company focused on core values, principles and trust, started back in 2015 by 2 friends.
Darren has the overall responsibility in exploring new and existing business opportunities, developing business strategies for growth and supporting his team in being the best that they can be and providing a great customer service to all of our clients, new or existing. His strong desire and passion to be the guiding hand through a client’s financial needs, came from being a fully qualified financial adviser and holding a diploma in Financial Services along with other notable accreditations.
Outside of work, Darren loves spending time with his family. Darren has been married to his lovely wife Coral for over 30 years now and together they have a daughter, Lauren, who joined the CWML family in 2022 and son, Samuel, who is currently doing an apprenticeship in Engineering.
He also has a love for travelling and playing all sports. Darren is the coach and club treasurer for his son’s local football team, Littleover Dazzlers and he has been for nearly 10 years!
What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?
I needed someone who I could trust to advise me on my pension.
How has John Tucker helped you?
John has given me very sound and helpful advice on my personal pension funds.
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
Currently yes and I don’t expect anything to change as we go forward.
What could they have done better?
Nothing.
I've recently arranged a pension transfer and regular contribution having gone self employed and I couldn't be happier!
I was looked after by James Thornhill who expertly navigated me through the whole process, and was extremely accessible to answer all of my many questions to alleviate any concerns that I had.
James' colleagues and support staff have been superb in guiding me through a daunting process, and for that I couldn't be more grateful.
I cannot recommend James at Chrysalis highly enough. He guides you step by step through what can be a confusing process.
He is always available and gives solid, practical advice. A very safe pair of hands for your nest egg!
I have my own business and knew that it was time to grow up and get a pension in place but admit I was avoiding it as It is not something that I understood.
However, I met James. Thornhill and started to feel a little braver. It was clear he knew exactly what he was talking about, listened to my needs and fears and has steered me on track.
I am glad to have met him so that I stop putting this off and protection my future.
Thanks James!
I've been working with Chrysalis Wealth Management for a few months now. James has been very active with my clients and the feedback I have received has been great.
I'll continue to promote their services and recommend more clients to use them.
