Leadership

Our 7th President of Bethany, David’s passion is to see young adults on fire for Christ, equipping them to be ministry leaders across the world. He’s also passionate about empowering missionaries to spread the Gospel around the world. David joined the university in 2013 as Vice President and quickly rose through the ranks. He provided leadership to enrollment and student life during a time when BGU received accreditation with the Association for Biblical Higher Education. Before coming to Bethany, David served as the Executive Vice President of Teen Mania Ministries and was the Director of the Honor Academy from 1995-2012. Dave has a B.S. in Education from Oral Roberts University, an M.A. in Intercultural Leadership, and a Doctorate in Strategic Leadership.

David lives an active lifestyle, racing in triathlons! When he’s not at work he loves to read and spend time with his energetic family God has brought together in His mercy. His blended family has six children, three in-laws, and six grandchildren.

Jason, a BGU alum, began his career at Bethany Global University in 2007. With a deep understanding of the institution’s history and mission, he served as University Registrar for 11 years before advancing to the role of Academic Dean. Currently, he holds the position of Vice President of Academic Affairs, where he continues to make significant contributions to the university’s academic programs and strategic direction.

Jason holds a B.A. from BGU, an M.A. in Human Services Counseling from Liberty University, and is working towards a PhD in Organizational Leadership from Columbia International University. He and his wife, Beka, who is also a valued member of the Bethany staff, have been married since 2004 and are proud parents of five daughters and two sons.

A three decade career in Christian school educational leadership and pastoral ministry have prepared Darin well for his role as Senior Vice President at Bethany Global University (BGU). We appreciate his gentle, yet decisive leadership, and attention to the details needed to run an accredited university. Darin earned his undergrad at North Central University (NCU), his MEd in Christian School Administration at Southwestern Assemblies of God University, and his DMin at Assemblies of God Theological Seminary. 

He and his wife, Kandi, met at NCU and were married in 1989. They are blessed with three young adult children—Evan, Molly, and Bryce. They are an adoption story family as their two oldest kids were adopted from Cambodia. For fun he enjoys hanging with his family, cheering for the Packers, and playing golf.