Title: Owner
Company: Opportunity Landscapes and Nursery LLC
Location: Nashville, Tennessee, United States
Charles Darby, Owner at Opportunity Landscapes and Nursery LLC, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Business Owners for dedication, achievements and leadership in Residential Landscaping Services.
Mr. Darby is recognized for his expertise in residential landscaping services, earning recognition for his creative and visionary approach. For over a decade, he has served as the owner of Opportunity Landscapes and Nursery LLC in Tennessee, where he is responsible for designing landscapes, estimating project costs, controlling most job elements, selecting plant species, choosing hardscape materials and creating lifestyle visions for clients. His work extends to helping clients visualize their future living spaces and planning for their long-term needs. Mr. Darby’s leadership is marked by a clear vision that guides each project, ensuring direction through innovative thinking rather than rigid goal-setting.
Before founding Opportunity Landscapes and Nursery LLC in 2013, Mr. Darby dedicated over five years to building a solid foundation in the landscaping profession. He worked for various companies across more than 25 states, gaining valuable experience and insight into the industry. During this period, Mr. Darby also volunteered for six months in a prison setting to better understand potential employees who might seek work in physical jobs like landscaping. This experience ensured Mr. Darby was prepared for the realities of his profession and deepened his commitment to the industry.
Mr. Darby’s journey into landscaping began at age 19 when curiosity led him to explore the field despite having little prior knowledge. Inspired by the professionalism and education of the owners at his first company, he sought opportunities to learn from them. Mr. Darby’s dedication to learning and networking proved transformative, enabling him to help others succeed along the way and mentor several other landscape startups.
Academically, Mr. Darby earned a high school diploma from Brighton High School in Brighton. He later pursued coursework toward a degree in psychology. Still, he chose to leave after three years of college education to focus on landscaping, a decision driven by his passion for the field and his desire to serve his community.
Recognizing that his adolescent education had not fully prepared him for professional growth, Mr. Darby invested in personal development during his late 20s by hiring a life coach, financial advisor, accountant, attorney and three business consultants over a span of just a few years. These professionals helped him identify and address key weaknesses essential to his success. Among them, Mr. Darby was drawn to one particular mentor who guided him in editing, public speaking and other tasks, and refined both his thought process and vision.
Born as the youngest of 10 children, Mr. Darby grew up understanding the challenges of limited financial resources. His mother, who worked as a sharecropper, and his father’s experiences as a Vietnam veteran and Black Panther, instilled in him the importance of service and resilience. Together, they became active in giving back to their community by starting a food pantry and clothing closet for those in need, despite their humble beginnings.
Mr. Darby’s most notable achievement lies in his ability to identify and fulfill a critical need within the landscaping industry. Recognizing a generational gap, he proactively positioned himself to address this void, demonstrating a commitment to finding solutions that not only propelled his own success but also exemplified his belief in the importance of serving others by meeting essential needs.
Attributing his achievements to unwavering faith, a positive mindset and meticulous attention to detail, Mr. Darby honors the legacy of those who came before him, particularly his parents, whose lives of service profoundly influenced him. He believes that establishing a solid value system is foundational to success and emphasizes holding one’s purpose close as a guiding principle.
Looking ahead, Mr. Darby envisions dedicating himself fully to professional and public speaking to become a beacon of hope for individuals seeking direction and answers in their lives. His heartfelt commitment lies in helping those who feel lost or overlooked find their path forward through inspiration and guidance. Throughout his nearly 20-year career, Mr. Darby has become recognized as an influential figure within residential landscaping services while uplifting others through mentorship and community engagement.
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