Darlene Carter

Darlene Carter is the Chief Executive Officer of Cole West, a fully integrated real estate development firm based in Utah. She leads the company’s strategic direction across its five business lines: homebuilding, land development, architecture/design, general contracting, and commercial development.

In 2024, Carter oversaw the unification of Cole West’s affiliated entities—C.W. Land Co, C.W. Design, Cole West Home, C.W. Build, and C.W. Group—under the single Cole West brand, marking a defining moment in the company’s evolution. Today, Cole West manages over 5,000 residential units and operates across all five business lines, reflecting its growth into one of Utah’s most comprehensive and respected development firms.

With nearly two decades of industry experience, Carter is known for her people-first leadership and commitment to quality, innovation, and community-focused development. She continues to drive Cole West’s mission to build enduring communities and elevate the standard of residential development in the region.