ABOUT DARRYL
A BRIDGE BY DESIGN
I’m a bridge at heart. I help people and organizations move from where they are to where they’re meant to be in leadership and life. Growth doesn’t happen in silos. It happens when the personal and professional work together.
I’m a lifelong learner, a husband, a father, and a creator of spaces where people can pause, reflect, and move forward with intention. Through leadership development, facilitation and presentations, speaking, and conversations on Success in Black and White, my work is grounded in a simple belief: progress is possible when purpose is clear.
I measure success by what lasts. Strong relationships, clear direction, and a legacy built with intention.
MY JOURNEY
I’ve done a lot, seen a lot, and lived through enough seasons to know that growth rarely comes in straight lines. My journey has been shaped by leadership roles, personal transitions, moments of clarity, and moments that forced me to slow down and reassess.
Along the way, I discovered that people don’t just need advice. They need someone willing to walk with them. Someone who understands the weight of responsibility, the tension between ambition and family, and the quiet questions that surface when success doesn’t feel as fulfilling as it should.
That’s where I found my lane. I serve as a guide. I help people name what matters, make sense of where they are, and take intentional steps toward where they’re going. Not by pretending to have all the answers, but by helping them uncover their own.
BEYOND THE WORK
At my core, I’m a family man. Time with my wife, April, and our two kids keeps me grounded. Whether we’re planning our next adventure, having honest conversations, or simply laughing together, those moments remind me why the work matters.
"Leadership starts at home. Legacy is built in everyday choices."
WHAT GUIDES ME
Faith & Purpose
Everything starts with God and intentional living.
Family First
The Lovett family is at the heart of everything I do.
Growth Mindset
Always learning, always evolving.
Authentic Connection
Real conversations that build trust and understanding.
MY Philosophy
I don’t believe leadership or life are meant to be lonely climbs.
Real leadership, and a meaningful life, start within. When we focus on our own growth, mindset, and daily choices, influence follows naturally. Progress becomes visible. Trust is built. People are drawn to example, not pressure.
When leadership and life are rooted in intention and integrity, the climb becomes meaningful, sustainable, and shared. We move forward not just with others watching, but with others walking alongside us.
What Informs My Work
My work is shaped by years of leadership education, organizational experience, and learning alongside people in real-life situations.
Background & Experience
Doctorate in Educational Leadership & Policy
Certified iEQ9 Enneagram Practitioner (ICF-Accredited)
National Leader & Strategist in Staff Experience and Student Affairs
These experiences inform how I show up, but they don’t define the work. What matters most is helping people lead with clarity, align their actions with what truly matters, and grow through real life.