Makalea Kim Darmer
About Makalea Kim Darmer
Makalea Kim Darmer is an Onsite Coordinator with extensive experience in training and spiritual care. She has worked with organizations such as the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, and founded a non-profit focused on worship arts.
Work at Zerocater
Makalea Kim Darmer has served as an Onsite Coordinator at Zerocater since 2016. In this role, she is responsible for coordinating onsite services and ensuring client satisfaction. Her tenure at Zerocater spans over eight years, during which she has contributed to the company's mission of providing exceptional catering experiences.
Current Role at American Red Cross
Currently, Makalea works as a Licensed Training Provider and Authorized Provider at the American Red Cross. She has been with the organization since 2010, accumulating over 14 years of experience in training and emergency preparedness. Her previous roles include serving as a Territory Representative and Instructor, primarily in Silicon Valley, CA, and the Mid Columbia Gorge region of Oregon.
Education and Expertise
Makalea studied at the Beacon Institute of Ministry, where she earned a Bachelor of Theology, graduating Suma cum laude. She also completed a two-year certification in Theology at INSTE (Institute of Theology by Extension) from 2002 to 2004. Additionally, she pursued Clinical Pastoral Education at Good Samaritan Hospital, achieving a Clinical Pastoral Education (C.P.E.) Unit 1 from 2015 to 2017.
Background in Non-Profit and Community Engagement
Makalea founded and directs Shades of Praise Worship Arts, a non-profit organization dedicated to worship arts. She is also involved with World Vision as an Artist Associate and serves as a Tour Speaker and Advocate, participating in outreach and worship events to promote the organization's mission.
Previous Experience at American Heart Association
Before her current roles, Makalea worked as a GRFW Marketing Coordinator for the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association from 2011 to 2012. This position lasted for nine months and was based in San Jose, CA, where she contributed to marketing efforts for the organization.