Darryl is a visionary Learning Scientist and performance‑enhancement specialist, He is set to complete his Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley, in Spring 2025. His career blends the strategic execution skills honed while directing large‑scale U.S. Navy operations with deep expertise in educational psychology, yielding a rare perspective on how disciplined action and human‑centered research converge to drive excellence.
Drawing on advanced knowledge of educational technology, online learning, artificial intelligence, and the science of learning, he designs data‑driven solutions that elevate learner experiences and organizational effectiveness. His work integrates rigorous methodologies—educational psychology, psychosomatic studies, experimental design, and statistical analysis—with proven leadership and project‑management acumen, ensuring that innovative ideas translate into measurable impact.
Darryl’s research investigates how emotional regulation and mind–body awareness can unlock latent potential. By creating emotionally intelligent, embodied interventions, he empowers individuals—particularly under‑represented STEM learners—to cultivate confidence, agency, and sustained high performance.
Prior to academia, Darryl served as a U.S. Naval Officer, attaining the rank of Lieutenant while overseeing cybersecurity, logistics, and intelligence functions for classified global missions. Commanding hundreds of sailors under high‑stakes conditions instilled the resilience, decisiveness, and ethical commitment that now inform his scholarly and consulting practice.
A consistent thread through his career is a dedication to service. He has mentored first‑generation university students, supported displaced families abroad, and offered hope to children in conflict‑affected regions, demonstrating an unwavering belief in the transformative power of compassion.
Whether developing analytics dashboards, advising on learning‑technology strategy, or conducting experimental studies on psychosomatic calibration, Darryl bridges the gap between research and real‑world application. Organizations ready to leverage research‑driven insights for transformative results are invited to connect and explore collaboration.
Specializations and Interests
Interoceptive awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Academic Performance, Embodied Cognition, Stress, Stress Reduction Strategies
