Thriving Together

Today on Conflict Managed we are joined by Derriell Springfield, Strategic Partnerships Manager, Southeast Region, for Western Governors University. 

A native of Memphis, Tennessee, Derriell Springfield is a two-time graduate of Tennessee State University located in Nashville where he received both his bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in Mathematics. In July of 2009, he moved to Johnson City, TN to be with his lovely wife, Kiana, who is currently a physician with the Jackson Clinic specializing in Obstetrics and Gynecology. With such an ambitious spouse, Derriell decided to use his time in Johnson City to earn his doctorate degree in Education Leadership and Policy Analysis. Derriell started his tenure at Western Governors University (WGU) in 2014 serving as a Course Instructor with the General Education Algebra/Stats team but is currently in the role of Strategic Partnerships Manager for WGU Tennessee.

In his free time, Derriell likes reading, running, working out, golfing, tennis, and shopping. In fact, he may have a bit of a suit and bow tie addiction. He also performs a regular test of his mental grit by participating in Tough Mudder, a 12-mile, military obstacle, annually. He loves music and has a keen appreciation for the way different instruments come together to create perfect harmony. Interestingly enough, it is not uncommon for Derriell to “get lost in the music.”

To sum all of this up, Derriell just likes to have fun while abiding by a quote from Calvin Coolidge, “Nothing in this world can take the place of persistence.” This is made evident by his pursuit of higher education as a first-generation graduate, his commitment and loyalty to his community, and his own love for meeting new and interesting people.

You can find Derriell online at:

Facebook: DerriellMontez

Instagram: derriells

LinkedIn: derriellspringfield

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Conflict Managed is hosted by Merry Brown and produced by Third Party Workplace Conflict Restoration Services.

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