W Darrow Fiedler is a managing director of KW Commercial, located in Los Angeles, CA. He is also a franchise investor with Keller Williams Realty.

Darrow’s story began in Detroit, Michigan when he made the bold decision to put himself through college. At the age of 16, he owned a business that specialized in landscaping and snow plowing. It was this hard work that started W Darrow’s long and successful professional journey. He later attended Wayne State University and at the age of 21, sold his small business and moved to California to take a job at Gallo Wine Company. There, he worked as a sales Representative from 1976 to 1978. In the first year of his two-year time there, Fiedler became the number one salesperson within the company. In 1978, he moved on to work at Ortho Pharmaceutical Corporation, where he became the number one salesperson in 6 months. After excelling in these careers, he decided it was time to move on to real estate with better financial opportunities.

Mitchell Kennedy is a real estate portfolio manager, restaurant consultant, and community advocate who has combined professional focus with service to others. Born in Virginia and raised in Massachusetts, he developed an early interest in the environment through conservation programs and oyster farming. These early opportunities gave him practical lessons about ecosystems, responsibility, and collaboration. The skills and values gained during that time influenced the direction of his career and encouraged him to pursue roles that connect business with community.

Kennedy studied Philosophy in New York City, where he strengthened his ability to think critically and analyze social and economic systems. While pursuing his education, he became involved in volunteer work and student organizations, which allowed him to link academic ideas with real-world experiences. Living in an urban environment gave him insight into how infrastructure and policies affect people’s lives, and this awareness deepened his commitment to contributing to solutions that support fairness and opportunity.

Mitchell returned to Massachusetts after graduation and focused on real estate portfolio management. In this role, he oversaw property leases, maintenance, and compliance with housing requirements, always mindful of the need for affordable housing in a challenging market. By balancing the financial side of property management with the realities faced by families, he worked toward creating stability for tenants. His approach reflected practical responsibility and a consistent interest in making housing more accessible.

Mitchell Allen Kennedy also pursued work as a restaurant consultant, guiding small businesses in the hospitality industry. Seasonal challenges in the region created unique demands, and he advised owners on planning, staffing, and operations. He aimed to help restaurants strengthen their daily practices and remain steady through busy and slower periods. By working closely with business owners and staff, he provided helpful strategies that were realistic and respectful of the pressures within the industry.

Mitchell committed part of his time to volunteer work, particularly through his involvement with Habitat for Humanity. Traveling to Florida, he worked directly on construction projects that created housing for needy families. The experience gave him new skills, a deeper appreciation for teamwork, and a renewed belief in affordable housing as a community priority. By contributing his time and effort, he became part of a collective mission demonstrating the impact of shared dedication and service.

Mitchell Kennedy of Cape Cod is now preparing a new project that reflects his combined interests in sustainability, creativity, and community. He plans to open a space in Massachusetts that will serve as an art gallery and a thrift store. The gallery will offer local artists a place to share their work affordably, while the thrift store will encourage reuse and provide accessible goods. He also envisions workshops and events, creating a gathering place where people can exchange ideas and connect.

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