Darren Nelson

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🏆 5x Founder | Founder & CEO @ Recruits Lab | Building 0→1 & Growth-Stage Teams for Venture-Backed Life Sciences, AI & Technology Companies
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States

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  • Franchi
    Founder & CEO, Franchise Advisor
    Franchi
    Aug 2025 - Current (1 year 3 months)
    I’m the Founder & CEO of Franchi, where I help aspiring entrepreneurs and businesses navigate the world of franchising. We specialize in matching potential franchisees with the right opportunities and supporting franchise businesses in scaling successfully.

    At Franchi, our mission is to simplify the franchise journey, provide strategic guidance, and create high-impact growth for both franchise owners and brands. I’m passionate about helping people turn business dreams into reality and ensuring every franchise partnership is the right fit for long-term success.

    Let’s connect if you’re looking to explore franchise opportunities or grow your franchise business.
  • BioJobs Lab
    Founder & CEO
    BioJobs Lab
    Apr 2024 - Current (2 years 7 months)
    BioJobs Lab is your premier destination for biotech career opportunities. Our platform connects top talent with leading biotech companies, streamlining the hiring process for both employers and job seekers. With a user-friendly interface and advanced search filters, finding your next biotech dream job has never been easier. Join us today and unlock your potential in the dynamic world of biotechnology.
  • Recruits Lab
    Founder & CEO
    Recruits Lab
    Sep 2019 - Current (7 years 2 months)
    Helping Startups Build Exceptional Teams

    At Recruits Lab, we partner with venture-backed startups and high-growth companies to hire the talent that drives growth—from founding engineers and AI researchers to enterprise sales leaders and life sciences specialists.

    Whether you need one critical hire or an embedded recruiting partner, we move quickly, represent your brand professionally, and focus on delivering candidates who make an immediate impact.

    Our Recruiting Solutions
    • Embedded Recruiting (weekly)
    • Contingency Search
    • Executive Search
    • Hiring Strategy & Talent Advisory

    Areas of Expertise

    AI & Technology
    • AI/ML Engineers
    • Applied AI & LLM Engineer
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    Director of Talent Acquisition
    Alley Recruits
    Jul 2017 - Sep 2019 (2 years 3 months)
    Alley Recruits is the most supportive community on the planet for early stage businesses, start-ups, and entrepreneurs of all types now offering Recruiting Services!
  • SeamlessDocs
    Director of Talent Acquisition
    SeamlessDocs
    Oct 2015 - Aug 2017 (1 year 11 months)
    Responsible for finding great talent to fill multiple positions; write job descriptions, screen resumes, interview candidates, extend job offers, implement onboarding strategies and keep accurate records of all candidates and new hires.
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    Senior Advisor/Business Development
    WestStar Mortgage
    Jan 2014 - Jan 2015 (1 year 1 month)
    Weststar Mortgage, Inc. (JG Home Loans) (B2C) Boca Raton, FL 2014 to 2015
    Senior Advisor/Business Development
    • Kept fully up to date with all mortgage products and services, responding promptly to customer inquiries received in person/by post or by telephone
    • Provided customers with desired payment level and cost level associated with buying or refinancing a new home
    • Accomplishments - Multimillion dollar producer
  • Primary Residential Mortgage
    Senior Advisor/Business Development
    Primary Residential Mortgage
    Jan 2013 - Jan 2014 (1 year 1 month)
    Primary Residential Mortgage, Inc. (B2C) Fort Lauderdale, FL 2013 to 2014
    Senior Advisor/Business Development
    • Kept fully up to date with all mortgage products and services, responding promptly to customer inquiries received in person/by post or by telephone
    • Assessed customers' suitability for funds and ability to repay in accordance with the group's lending policy and other appropriate guidelines and procedures, making decisions within own delegated lending discretion
  • Coral Shores Realty
    Realtor/Business Development
    Coral Shores Realty
    Jan 2011 - Jan 2013 (2 years 1 month)
    Coral Shores Realty (B2B & B2C) Plantation, FL 2011 to 2013
    Realtor
    • Provided both residential & commercial real estate services
    • Utilized the latest technology to maximize production
    • Met or exceeded all sales goals set forth
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    Owner/Recruiter/Business Development
    Elite Force Work Solutions Fort Lauderdale FL
    Jan 2010 - Jan 2011 (1 year 1 month)
    Elite Force Work Solutions (B2B) Fort Lauderdale, FL 2010 to 2011
    Owner/Recruiter/Business Development
    • Determines applicant requirements by studying job description and job qualifications
    • Attracts applicants by placing job advertisements; contacting recruiters, using newsgroups and job sites
    • Determines applicant qualifications by interviewing applicants; analyzing responses; verifying references; comparing qualifications to job requirements
  • Lease One
    Associate Broker/Lease Advisor
    Lease One
    Jan 2005 - Jan 2010 (5 years 1 month)
    Lease One Equipment Leasing (B2B) Fort Lauderdale, FL 2005 to 2010
    Associate Broker/Lease Advisor
    • Kept fully up to date with all Leasing products and services, responding promptly to customer inquiries received in person/by post or by telephone
    • Conducted interviews with customers face to face, providing advice and recommendations where appropriate
    • Conducted trade shows nationally to promote leasing services
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    President/CEO
    Meridian Mortgage Corp
    Jan 2004 - Jan 2007 (3 years 1 month)
    Meridian Mortgage Corp. (B2C) New Milford, CT 2004 to 2007
    President/CEO
    • Managed a sales & operations team of 30 that originated & closed 50-60 loans per month
    • Kept fully up to date with all mortgage products and services, responding promptly to customer inquiries received in person/by post or by telephone
    • Received Top Broker Award for multimillion dollar production
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    Senior Mortgage Advisor/Team Leader
    Fairfield Financial Mortgage Group
    Jan 1999 - Jan 2004 (5 years 1 month)
    Fairfield Financial Mortgage Group, Inc. (B2C) Danbury, CT 1999 to 2004
    Senior Mortgage Advisor/Team Leader
    • Originated FHA/VA and Conventional loans
    • Followed up on sales leads received from colleagues, telemarketing, group channels and previous customer contacts, maximizing all opportunities to progress performance
    • Awarded Top Salesperson 1999, 2000, 2001 2002, 2003, 2004
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    Business Ancel
    WCSU Ancell School of Business
    Jan 1997 - Jan 2000 (3 years 1 month)
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    Biotechs see 'staggering' 87% rise in layoffs during Q1, on pace to overtake 2022
    Fierce Biotech Apr
    In the first quarter of 2023, biotech layoffs surged by 87% compared to the previous year, with 56 companies reducing their workforce. This increase is driven by financial challenges, including cash burn and low returns on investments. In contrast, Big Pharma layoffs are viewed as routine "housekeeping" despite a generally strong financial performance. The article examines the factors behind these trends, highlights the most affected roles, and offers expert insights into the industry's future.