Don Barger

CEO

Richmond, Virginia, United States28 yrs 3 mos experience
Highly StableAI Enabled

Key Highlights

  • Over two decades of experience in Latin America.
  • Expertise in storytelling and cultural engagement.
  • Strong focus on innovation and global partnerships.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a leader in global mission strategy and innovation, with a strong emphasis on education and community engagement.

Contact

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Skills

Core Skills

Innovation ManagementStrategic ThinkingLeadership DevelopmentStrategyManagementGeneral ManagementTeachingArtificial Intelligence (ai)

Other Skills

Creativity and InnovationMarketing StrategyProblem SolvingStrategic InitiativesManagement ConsultingSocial Media CommunicationsCorporate StrategyDesign ThinkingDigital StrategyAdult EducationPhilanthropyTrainingCoachingHigher EducationOnline Teaching

About

With over two decades of experience in Latin America, I’ve focused on launching innovative initiatives and building global partnerships. My expertise lies in developing strategies rooted in orality and storytelling—effective approaches that deeply resonate across diverse cultural landscapes. I specialize in engaging key stakeholders, fostering collaboration, driving innovation, and implementing systems that empower both individuals and communities. My journey in international missions has sharpened my strategic and leadership skills, while deepening my cultural awareness and enhancing my ability to communicate effectively across global contexts.

Experience

Southeastern baptist theological seminary

Adjunct Professor

Aug 2025 – Present · 8 mos

William carey university

Adjunct Professor

Sep 2024 – Present · 1 yr 7 mos · Remote

  • In the Fall terms of 2024 and 2025,I had the privilege of teaching a course at William Carey University that focused on the intersection of Innovation, Artificial Intelligence, and the Missionary Task. The class explored how technological advancements, particularly in the field of AI and Digital Engagement, are transforming the landscape of global missions and the potential implications for the future of missionary work. Through online lectures, discussions, and one-on-one meetings, students gained a deeper understanding of how these cutting-edge tools and methodologies can be leveraged to enhance the effectiveness and reach of missionary efforts in an increasingly digital world.
  • Summer 2025 - Missiological Theology in the MA Theology degree.
TeachingArtificial Intelligence (AI)Higher EducationOnline Teaching

Imb (international mission board)

7 roles

Director of Innovation and Artificial Intelligence

Promoted

Dec 2023 – Present · 2 yrs 4 mos

Creativity and InnovationMarketing StrategyManagementProblem SolvingStrategic InitiativesInnovation Management+6

Global Consultant for Scripture Engagement

Promoted

Jun 2021 – Dec 2023 · 2 yrs 6 mos

Problem SolvingAdult EducationLeadership DevelopmentStrategyPhilanthropyManagement Consulting+3

Scripture Resource Specialist

Mar 2019 – Jun 2021 · 2 yrs 3 mos

ManagementProblem SolvingAdult EducationStrategyPhilanthropyStrategic Initiatives+2

Director of Training, Latin America

Promoted

Jan 2009 – Feb 2019 · 10 yrs 1 mo

Creativity and InnovationManagementProblem SolvingAdult EducationLeadership DevelopmentStrategy+7

Strategy Associate

Jan 2007 – Dec 2008 · 1 yr 11 mos

ManagementProblem SolvingStrategyPhilanthropyStrategic InitiativesGeneral Management+2

Field Strategy Leader, Mexico Indigenous

Jan 2003 – Dec 2006 · 3 yrs 11 mos

ManagementProblem SolvingAdult EducationStrategyGeneral ManagementInnovation Management

Field Leader/Missionary

Sep 1997 – Dec 2002 · 5 yrs 3 mos

ManagementProblem SolvingStrategyGeneral ManagementInnovation Management

Southeastern baptist theological seminary

2 roles

Adjunct Professor

Aug 2014 – Dec 2014 · 4 mos

TeachingArtificial Intelligence (AI)Higher EducationOnline Teaching

Adjunct Professor

Aug 2012 – Dec 2012 · 4 mos

Education

MIT Sloan School of Management

Certificate — Artificial Intelligence: Implications for Business Strategy

Oct 2023 – Nov 2023

Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary

Doctor of Philosophy - PhD

Jan 2003 – Jan 2020

Instituto de Lenguaje Española, San Jose, Costa Rica

Spanish

Jan 1997 – Jan 1998

Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary

Masters of Divinity — Theology

Jan 1994 – Jan 1997

University of Alabama at Birmingham

BS — Accounting

Jan 1989 – Jan 1993

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