Darrell graduated Cum Laude from Valdosta State University with dual degrees in Telecommunications and Elementary Education, as well as a Master's degree in Education. He is currently the Preschool Special Education Coordinator for the Coffee County School System in Douglas, GA and is a former Teacher of the Year. Darrell has been involved in all aspects of pageants for over 40 years throughout the southern United States. He is the Executive Director of the Miss GA South Pageant and assists with the search of contestants for Miss Georgia USA & Miss Georgia Teen USA. Darrell is the former Executive Director of MISS VIRGINIA USA & MISS VIRGINIA TEEN USA Pageants with the MISS USA & MISS UNIVERSE Organization.