Having lived in North Queensland all his life, Darrell is a Mayl-Thakuti man whose people are from the mid-western region of Queensland. Darrell previously worked in the banking/finance industry for 15 years, and the not-for-profit sector for 30 year. For the last 12 years Darrell has committed himself to work in the Creative Arts Industry, initially as the Executive Officer of UMI Arts and Arts Precinct Manager of the Yarrabah Arts & Cultural Precinct.
Joining CIAF in 2019, Darrell is committed to empowering and supporting community groups, artists and the Indigenous art sector.