About Travis
Travis Darke is a lead advisor & Division Manager and co-founder of Darke Turnbull Private Wealth Management. With over 12 years of experience in the industry, he holds his CFP® designation and earned his Bachelor of Commerce from the Lang School of Business at the University of Guelph. His focus spans tax optimization, estate planning, succession strategies, and comprehensive wealth coordination for high-net-worth clients.
Travis specializes in working with business owners, professionals, and families navigating complexity—bringing clarity to multi-layered financial situations and ensuring every aspect of a client's wealth works in harmony. His approach combines technical precision with genuine connection, delivering strategies that are as personal as they are effective.
Originally from Port Moody, Travis now resides in North Vancouver. Outside of the office, he enjoys golfing, skiing, and hiking with his mini Sheepadoodle, Finnigan. Known for his strategic insight and commitment to clients' long-term success, Travis is dedicated to helping families build, protect, and enjoy the wealth they've worked so hard to create.
Origin Story
You Built Wealth. So Why Doesn't It Feel Like You've Made It Yet?
Travis Darke noticed something early—long before he became one of Vancouver's most sought-after financial planners. Successful Canadians—business owners, professionals, even early retirees—had money, advisors, and "plans." But they still felt uneasy. Unclear. Like they were flying blind with a parachute someone else packed.
The problem? They weren't missing performance. They were missing connection. Strategy. Someone in their corner.
That's what Travis set out to fix.
As co-founder of Darke Turnbull Private Wealth Management, he helps high-income Canadians stop guessing and start leading their financial lives with clarity. No generic advice. No bloated portfolios with no purpose. Just real conversations, precise planning, and full-spectrum coordination—from tax and estate to succession, cash flow, and legacy.
If you've ever wondered: Am I doing the right things with my money? Is my family truly protected if something happens tomorrow? When is it finally time to enjoy what I've built? ...Travis gives you those answers. And a path forward.
This isn't just wealth management. It's wealth leadership.
For clients with complexity, purpose, and ambition—Travis helps you put every piece of your financial life in order so you can focus on what matters: Living well. Giving back. And making the next chapter your best yet.
Because your wealth shouldn't sit still. It should move—with you, for you, and because of you.
About Dan
Dan Turnbull is a partner & Senior Financial Consultant at Darke Turnbull Private Wealth Management. With over 13 years of experience in the industry and his CFP® designation, Dan has built a reputation across Greater Vancouver as the advisor people trust with their most important financial decisions. His experience lies in retirement planning, investment management, and helping clients navigate life's major transitions with confidence and clarity.
Dan's approach is grounded in deep listening and genuine connection. He doesn't lead with jargon or push products—he builds real relationships and ensures every client understands each step of their financial journey. Whether clients are planning for retirement, supporting their children's futures, or defining what "living well" truly means, Dan provides calm, thoughtful guidance that feels like having someone truly on your side.
Originally from Langley, BC, Dan now resides in White Rock. Outside of the office, he's an avid sports fan who enjoys jiu jitsu, golf, and catching live comedy shows. Known for his integrity, patience, and steady hand, Dan is dedicated to helping clients feel secure in their decisions, supported in their goals, and empowered to live the life they've worked hard to build.
Origin Story
Dan Turnbull still remembers the conversation that sparked it all. He was a kid with a paper route when his great uncle Ted—already a hero in his eyes—sat him down and explained the value of a savings account. No sales pitch. No pressure. Just a quiet moment that lit a fire: money, handled wisely, can be a tool for freedom—not stress.
That simple conversation still drives Dan's approach today.
Ted wasn't just family—he was a mentor. A financial planner who built a career by putting people first and doing the right thing, every time. That mindset stuck. And it's at the heart of how Dan works now: he leads with clarity, patience, and a steady hand—especially when life feels uncertain.
Today, Dan is known across Greater Vancouver for being the person people trust with their biggest financial decisions. Not because he talks the loudest, but because he listens the closest. Whether you're retiring, helping your kids get started, or trying to figure out what "living well" actually looks like, Dan helps you get there—with calm, thoughtful advice that feels like someone truly on your side.
He's not the type to throw around jargon or push products. He builds real relationships. He helps clients make confident decisions by walking them through every step—always clear, always available, always honest.
Much of that conviction comes from how he started. Many of Dan's earliest clients were family and close friends—people who trusted him not because of a slick presentation or because of his credentials, but because they knew who he was. That kind of trust carries weight. And even now, every client he works with gets the same level of care, commitment, and respect.
Dan's belief is simple: people deserve to feel secure in their decisions, supported in their goals, and empowered to live the life they've worked hard to build. He doesn't try to impress—he shows up, listens deeply, and makes sure every plan fits the person behind it.
That's who Dan Turnbull is. A financial planner who leads with integrity. A steady voice when the path forward feels unclear. And someone who—thanks to a lesson at a kitchen table years ago—still believes the best advice starts with putting people first.
About Robbie
Robbie Watts is an Associate Consultant with Darke Turnbull Private Wealth Management. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the Gustavson School of Business at the University of Victoria and enriched his education with international studies in Paris, gaining a global perspective on finance and culture.
Over the past two years, Robbie has grown within the practice — first through multiple co-op work terms and now as a full-time advisor. He supports the team with detailed analysis and operational insight, bringing precision, energy, and a collaborative spirit to every engagement. Clients value his responsiveness, problem-solving ability, and approachable demeanor.
Originally from North Vancouver, Robbie now resides in Kitsilano, where he enjoys the outdoors and the vibrant social community. He is a proud member of West Vancouver United Church and is currently pursuing his CFP® designation to deepen his expertise. Known for his intelligence, charm, and eagerness to learn, Robbie combines technical skill with a personable approach, ensuring clients receive thoughtful, tailored guidance.
About Catherine
Catherine Oteyo is a licensed Wealth Management Assistant and Lead Administrator with Darke Turnbull Private Wealth Management. With over three and a half years of experience in wealth management and financial services, she plays a central role in supporting both clients and advisors through the day-to-day execution of the practice.
