Entrepreneur, Arts and Community Activist, Daren Gayle, is a native of Savannah, GA. As a man of many talents, his community servitude and unique ability to build bridges and connect artists to their divine destiny has played a critical role in launching the careers of some of the most recognizable creatives in the world (and in various genres of entertainment).
Daren began his career in the early 1980’s as a performer and then transitioned into marketing and management while working with well known promoters, such as JOE MEACHUM (International Talent Agency), JAMES SMART (Creative Corporate Marketing) and CW WALKER AND ASSOCIATES (Universoul Circus). These opportunities became the catalyst for the development of Daren Gee Management, a full service artist’s agency focused on marketing, promotions and bookings. With a career now spanning over 25 years, Daren has helped propel artists to the forefront of the entertainment industry! Artists and organizations that have benefitted from his collaboration and expertise include: Tyler Perry, Charles & Taylor, Darlene McCoy, EnVogue, Greg Kirkland, ViZion Dance International and Grammy Award Winning Arrested Development and Grammy Nominated Canton Jones. Gayle’s expertise as a production manager and promoter enabled him to create successful tours and build national audiences for theatrical plays, concerts and community events across the country. Events and international shows that have collaborated with Daren’s company include: Tom Joyner Morning Show, Bet’s Live in LA, Showtime at The Apollo, the Stellar Awards, the Trumpet Awards, Gospel Music Workshop of America, T.D. Jakes’ Mega Fest and the prestigious Aladdin Castle and Casino in Los Angeles, California among others!
Moreover, Mr. Gayle is a community partner for "Guns Down, Life Matters!" anti-violence initiative as well as the Arbery Foundation. In addition, he regularly feeds the homeless and hungry as well as serves as a youth mentor as a member of 100 Black Men of DeKalb.
As a long-standing advocate and mentor with Metro Atlanta’s ViZion Dance International as well as being a "Day of Respect" Leadership award recipient at the 2nd Annual Hip Hop Arts Conference (presented by non-profit ViZion Dance, Inc. in partnership with Fulton County Arts & Culture), he is celebrated for his achievements as a philanthropic Arts cultivator, community activist and entrepreneur in the local, national, and international communities.
Mr. Gayle is also commended for his sustained commitment to excellence in the Arts and Entertainment, as well as his continued trajectory as a lamplight for others through his ongoing, purposeful community engagement and volunteerism.
