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Meet Darren Copeland KC Mortgage Brokerage CEO Summit Lending, a trusted industry leader known for client-first solutions and award-winning performance.
Darren Copeland KC Mortgage Brokerage CEO Summit Lending is a nationally recognized industry leader known for client-first solutions and award-winning performance.
Darren Copeland is a top-producing mortgage broker and the Founder & CEO of Summit Lending, one of the fastest-growing independent mortgage firms in the U.S.
Darren built Summit Lending on a simple belief: success is never a solo act. That mindset has shaped Summit into one of the fastest-growing independent mortgage brokerages in the U.S. - a Top 40 national brokerage known for its people-first culture, strong coaching framework, and high-impact loan officers who deliver exceptional client results.
As a mortgage broker, Darren blends deep expertise with creative, solution-driven financing strategies. His team shops across multiple lenders to secure the best rates and programs for every borrower - first-time buyers, move-up homeowners, veterans, self-employed borrowers, and investors alike. Under his leadership, Summit has become known for white-glove service, smarter strategies, and closings that are consistently fast and smooth.
Outside the daily operations of Summit, Darren is a respected leader and mentor across the mortgage industry. He is an active contributor to national coaching groups and co-author of The Green Zone Project, a bestselling playbook that teaches loan officers how to master mindset, focus, time, and the habits that drive consistent high performance. His "Green Zone" philosophy is now a defining part of Summit Lending's culture - empowering teams to operate with intention, discipline, and purpose.
Beyond business, Darren is a proud husband, father, and lifelong Kansas City sports fan. Each year, you'll find him on the field at Kansas City Royals Fantasy Camp, living out his competitive spirit and love for baseball - a reminder that whether it's mortgages or sports, D.C. shows up with energy, consistency, and heart.
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