Darren serves Valley Irrigation as Vice President of Policy and Industry Strategy. In this role, Darren is responsible for driving growth through products and services, acquisitions, partnerships, and joint venture opportunities. Prior to his time at Valley, Darren served as Division President at Behlen Mfg. Co and DTN (Data Transmission Network), respectively.  He has also held volunteer leadership positions with Nebraska Farm Bureau Foundation,Bennington Public Schools, Bennington Community Foundation, and Maplewood Preschool. Darren holds a B.S. in Agriculture from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.