John Darnell

Background

About John Darnell

John is the interim CEO at Global Outreach International in Tupelo, Mississippi. He works to align the organization around supporting the 280+ expat workers in 48 countries around the world. After graduating with a B.A. in Political Science and Spanish from the University of Mississippi, he began his career in education as a high school Spanish teacher in one of the most underserved school districts in Mississippi. While teaching, he earned his M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction at the University of Mississippi. He soon transitioned from the traditional education space to using experiential education as a tool for leadership and human development in an international context, moving to Ecuador to serve as the Program Director at Hacienda El Refugio. He and his team designed and executed personalized development experiences for businesses, schools, and churches using nature and adventure. He is certified in Ontological Coaching through Human Perspectives International and Coaching Mastery through Creative Results Management. He is married to Emily, and they and their two daughters live in Tupelo, Mississippi.