Darren Suen is a licensed civil engineer, certified project manager, and Vice Mayor of Elk Grove, California, who built his career through a combination of technical expertise and public service. He studied at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and has gone on to lead regional boards focused on transportation, housing, and water resources — showing that engineering skills can open doors far beyond a construction site. Darren's path is a reminder that with the right credentials and a commitment to your community, you can shape the places where people actually live.