Darion Allen was born and raised by his mother and grandmother in the Florence-Graham neighborhood of Los Angeles, Darion Allen is a young Black man with a strong sense of self and unwavering respect for all cultures. From a young age, Darion developed a “by any means necessary” mentality that helped him overcome the perils of his environment that continues to motivate him.

A graduate of UW-Madison with degrees in Personal Finance and Communication Arts. Darion is currently an Associate Producer for CWK Network, with a career goal of becoming a Hollywood film director. He strives to write and direct films that contribute to a more holistic image of being Black.