Darren Marshall Spills the Tea on Leadership

Sitting down with Darren Marshall was a delight! Darren brings a rich history of exceptional leadership, strategic growth, vision, and corporate governance to his current role as CEO at Steven Smith, Teamaker- a luxury tea brand dedicated to producing original, delicious, and innovative blends that continually delight their loyal and growing customer base. Our conversation covers Darren’s journey to the leadership team at Smith, including experiences at Coca-Cola, Proctor and Gam and Steinway and Sons. Darren offers thoughtful and wise insights into his various endeavors and the lessons he has learned along the way. Darren’s approach to empowering his team and building loyalty through his dedication to listening and learning are truly inspiring. Have fun listening to this engaging and fun conversation!

Darren’s Bio

Darren is an entrepreneurial CEO with 30 years of experience transforming consumer sector businesses. He crafts growth-oriented brands, products, and channel experiences while developing the teams, cultures, and capabilities to scale them sustainably.

For the last 10 years Darren has operated within the consumer Private Equity space. Prior to that he spent 20 years working for a number of the world’s most iconic CPG brands. He has lived and led in six countries; transformed small and large businesses across both digital and physical channels; and shaped the careers of high-potential associates who saw him as a mentor and placed their trust in his leadership.

Darren currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Steven Smith, Teamaker, a two-time Inc. 5000 growth company, and was a 2024 EY Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist.