A transformational leader in social impact and culture, Darvelle Hutchins integrates equity strategies with business goals to drive sustainable change and innovation. With over 18 years of experience, he has transformed organizations by aligning business priorities with community engagement, talent development, and systemic equity initiatives. In his current role as vice president of impact and culture for the NFL’s New Orleans Saints and the NBA’s New Orleans Pelicans, Hutchins spearheads award-winning community programs, develops equity-centered recruitment pipelines, and drives measurable organizational impact. His leadership fosters inclusive cultures that enhance employee engagement, position organizations as industry leaders, and deliver meaningful outcomes for communities. A respected scholar and executive, Hutchins combines research-based insights with practical leadership to shape corporate social responsibility and workplace culture. His widely cited research on communication within Black families, cultural competence development, and engaging members of populations that have been underserved by systems and institutions informs his approach to fostering belonging and promoting lasting change.

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