Darrell Thorpe
About Darrell Thorpe
Darrell Thorpe is the Director at Asurion with extensive experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, and a strong background in project management and organizational development.
Title
Darrell Thorpe serves as the Director at Asurion since 2022. His role focuses on overseeing critical operations and implementing strategic initiatives.
Professional Experience at Erie Insurance Group
Darrell Thorpe worked at Erie Insurance Group from 2012 to 2022. Initially, he served as the Diversity & Inclusion Program Manager for four years, followed by a role as a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Consultant for six years. His responsibilities included developing and implementing DEI policies, conducting training, and fostering an inclusive workplace culture.
Professional Experience at Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island
From 2008 to 2012, Darrell Thorpe worked at Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island as a CSR & Diversity Program Manager. In this position, he managed corporate social responsibility initiatives and diversity programs, contributing to the company's inclusive practices and community engagement efforts.
Education and Expertise
Darrell Thorpe holds a Master's degree in Management: Organizational Development from Bridgewater State University, earned in 2006. He also obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University at Albany in 1994. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in organizational development and diversity and inclusion.
Background in Multicultural and International Student Services
Darrell Thorpe's career includes significant roles in academia. He served as Director of Multicultural & International Student Services at Radford University, and as Program Coordinator at Bridgewater State University's Center for Multicultural & International Affairs. These positions involved supporting diverse student communities and promoting inclusive educational environments.