President/Owner
Where You Want To Be Tours, Inc. & Out of the Ordinary
Darlynne is President and Owner of Where You Want to Be Tours, Inc. and Out of the Ordinary, two companies that design and facilitate team building programs and curated tour experiences. She launched Where You Want to Be in 2003 and acquired Out of the Ordinary in 2015. Before starting her companies, Darlynne worked as a TV news anchor and reporter for over 21 years, earning a Golden Mic Award for investigative reporting and multiple awards from the San Diego Press Club.
In 2024, Darlynne was named a Smart Woman 2024 Entrepreneurs in Meetings recipient and a Woman of Influence by the San Diego Business Journal. Her company also received the Best Team Building award from California Meetings & Events.
Outside work, Darlynne enjoys hiking, biking, traveling and exploring new restaurants. She has been married to her college sweetheart for 35 years.
Date

In our ever-busy industry, meeting professionals often find themselves running on empty. It's time for a reset. Join Darlynne as she guides you through a wellness experience, and shares insights on how emotional intelligence and well-being are the true superpowers behind great events and thriving teams.
Learning outcomes:
Explore how emotional intelligence can improve team collaboration and communication
Discover how gratitude can enhance personal well-being and improve professional focus and resilience in high-stress environments
Apply simple wellness techniques to enhance focus and reduce burnout in event planning and leadership