A Toast to 30 Years of Innovation, Family, and Success: Celebrating Darren and Landform’s Journey

civil engineer minneapolis lidar drone land surveyor urban planner elk river landscape architect minnesota30 Years of Vision, Family, and Innovation: Celebrating Darren and Landform

Cue the confetti, because this is one celebration you’re going to want to be a part of! 🎉 This year, we’re not just raising our glasses to one incredible milestone, but two—Darren’s 30 years as a visionary leader and Landform’s 30th anniversary of turning big ideas into reality. Can you believe it’s been three decades already? It feels like just yesterday, we were getting started, full of dreams and determination. But here we are, celebrating a journey packed with innovation, hard work, and most importantly, heart.

For anyone who’s had the pleasure of working with Darren, you know that his ability to see potential where others see obstacles has been the driving force behind Landform’s success. But Darren’s story isn’t just about work—it’s also about family. Ask him what he treasures most, and you’ll hear stories of vacations, shared memories, and special moments with his wife and kids. That passion and care for his loved ones reflect in every part of his life, from the way he leads his team to how he connects with clients. With Darren, it’s always personal—because he’s someone who believes in building things that last, both at work and at home.

At Landform, we carry that same passion in everything we do. Our values—Quality, Leadership, Relationships, Mentorship, and Enthusiasm—aren’t just words, they’re what make us, well, us. We’re all about creating something meaningful together, whether that’s delivering projects that go above and beyond or forming lasting relationships with clients and teammates alike. And the best part? We love every step of the journey, from sketching out big ideas to celebrating the wins together as a team.

It all started back in Wayzata, MN, when Darren had a vision of building something that would stand the test of time. Fast forward 30 years, and here we are, still thriving, still dreaming, and still pushing the envelope. Darren’s leadership has taken us places we never imagined, always with an eye on the future. But what makes him truly special? It’s the way he cares about people—not just the projects or the accolades. If you’ve ever worked with him, you’ve probably felt his warmth and enthusiasm, and you know that it’s genuine.

So, as we raise our glasses to this incredible milestone, we’re not just celebrating what’s been accomplished—we’re looking ahead to all that’s still to come. Here’s to Darren, to Landform, and to the next 30 years of dreaming big, building strong, and embracing every moment along the way.

Cheers to the future! 🥂