Darren Colananni is a Partner and Wealth Management Advisor with Centurion Wealth.
“Everybody focuses on investment performance….very few focus on the other areas of Financial Planning that have a much bigger impact on your long term success.”
For Darren, the embodiment of this philosophy allows his clients to understand the complexities of their Financial Plan and avoid hidden dangers that they might not be aware of.
Among his many credentials, Darren is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) professional, Chartered Financial Consultant® (ChFC®), Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®), and Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA®).
Prior to joining Centurion Wealth, Darren worked at the two biggest wealth management firms on Wall Street, Morgan Stanley and Merrill Lynch.
Since joining Centurion Wealth, Darren closely strategizes with his clients and their families on their full Financial Plan, not just their investments.
This has led to a more thorough Financial Plan that educates and empowers individuals to make smart financial decisions. By arming his clients with this information, it sheds light on potential financial landmines and helps guide them to a more successful financial lifestyle.
Darren has been featured in Forbes, Yahoo Finance, MSN, AOL, U.S. News, and a host of other publications on the topics of Personal Finance, Financial Planning, and Retirement Planning.
Darren has a double B.A from Washington College in Business Management and Economics and remains an active alumni of his alma mater’s 1782 Society
Philanthropic work and community involvement are important pillars of Darren’s life. He serves on the Leadership Council for Chance For Life, a charity that raises money for pediatric cancer research.
Originally from Netcong, NJ, Darren and his wife, Kristen, reside in Ashburn, VA with their daughters, Ali and Gia, looking to raise the next generation of strong, independent women.