Darren T. Hamm
About Darren T. Hamm
Darren T. Hamm serves as the Field Office Director at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants in Cleveland, Ohio, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in nonprofit management and has held various leadership roles in organizations focused on community development and housing sustainability.
Current Role at U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants
Darren T. Hamm serves as the Field Office Director at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) in Cleveland, Ohio. He has held this position since 2021. In this role, he provides leadership for community agriculture projects and focuses on innovative solutions to address systematic issues through collaboration.
Previous Experience in Nonprofit Management
Prior to his current role, Darren worked at the Cleveland Leadership Center as a Marketing and Program Assistant from 2006 to 2007. He then served as a Housing Sustainability Counselor at Neighborhood Housing Services of Greater Cleveland from 2007 to 2011, followed by a position as Deputy Director at the same organization from 2011 to 2014. He also held the role of Executive Director at the Oberlin Center for the Arts from 2017 to 2021.
Educational Background in Nonprofit Management
Darren T. Hamm studied at Case Western Reserve University, where he earned a Master of Nonprofit Management and a Master of Nonprofit Organizations from 2005 to 2007. He also completed the Leadership Lorain County - Signature Class in 2018 and graduated from the Neighborhood Leadership Development Program in 2008. Earlier, he obtained a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting and Drawing from Kent State University from 1997 to 2002.
Media Presence and Advocacy
Darren has been featured as a spokesperson in various international media outlets, including ABC News, NBC News, Newsweek, the Huffington Post, and Univision. His work has contributed to raising awareness on issues related to refugees and immigrants, showcasing his commitment to advocacy and community engagement.
Focus on Community Development
Darren T. Hamm has a strong focus on innovative solutions for community development. His leadership at USCRI emphasizes collaboration and the implementation of sustainable practices, particularly in community agriculture projects. He aims to address systematic issues affecting vulnerable populations through strategic partnerships and community involvement.