Author Bio: Darren Meade

Darren Meade, the Managing Director of Kairos-Meade, has a life, which exhibits the quintessential triumphant story. He was abandoned and homeless at the age of 15, weighing less than 100 pounds and today negotiates multi-million dollar agreements.

His business career developed initially from his passion for body building. As a youth, he took refuge one night in an industrial complex. When discovered by individuals they allowed him to utilize their company gym. Darren focused that passion and successfully won several awards in competitive body building, culminating in winning the Mr. North America title for the middleweight division and represented the United States in international events. His extensive exposure in competitive body building assisted in developing relationships with industry leaders in the medical device and nutritional supplement industries.

It was in sales and marketing that Darren discovered a special niche. He has an innate ability to quickly assess what an organization needs and present viable solutions. Darren was not satisfied with the ability to communicate and sell products, he learned valuable functions regarding finance, operations, production and distribution, which subsequently benefited his ascent to becoming an executive.

As Darren rapidly progressed in professional endeavors, he designed a new business model not yet used in the industry for a then unknown nutritional company. The retail experiment led by Darren worked, within two years he drove sales from less than $1 million, to in excess of $40 million. This encompassed a strict attention to detail in negotiating and monitoring domestic/international distribution agreements. He created a highly successful five year marketing plan and developed operating policies.

Moving forward to his next success, Darren proved that he could do it again and took another company to $35 million in revenue within a single year. He diligently oversaw all facets of assisting an international research organizations quest to gain acceptance in the U.S. biotechnology sector by partnering with one of the worlds largest biotechnology companies within a four-month time frame. This was accomplished after the organization had tried for years and used over 50 consultants and development personnel. Operations and planning are an additional area of accomplishment for Darren. He streamlined an organization and product line to significantly reduce costs and increase net earnings.

A key to Darrens success is his ability to forecast and adapt to varying situations. His professional dealings cover the entire spectrum from small start-up companies to major domestic and international corporations as well as government entities. He specializes in building profitable long-term relationships with clients, vendors and staff. His management motto is Leadership by example and foster an environment in which others grow and excel. He has proven that success is contagious.

In addition to his business accomplishments, Darren has actively participated through service of time and finances to homeless shelters and civic community organizations. Darren recently volunteered on Arnold Schwarzeneggers successful run for Governor. Due to his efforts, He was selected by the Orange County Register to write columns regarding the process of the campaign through to the inauguration and planning for policies.