Delena Stuart Watson

Delena Stuart-Watson is a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, corporate leader, speaker, published author, and founder of the nonprofit organization Ragan’s HOPE. With decades of experience in both the corporate and nonprofit sectors, Delena brings a unique blend of professional leadership and personal compassion to every area of her life.

Above all her accomplishments, Delena is most proud of her family. She and her late husband were blessed to raise three strong, beautiful daughters. Her journey as a mother, and particularly as a parent of a child with medical challenges, has shaped the woman she is today and continues to influence her work both professionally and personally. Today, she shares life with her husband Dan in Texas, cherishing every moment they spend with their grandson, Ethan.

Professionally, Delena has built a remarkable career in the technology industry, where she currently leads a team focused on the commercial real estate sector. Her dynamic leadership has earned her numerous accolades for sales growth, team development, and strategic innovation. Despite the demands of a high-level corporate role, Delena is known for her humility, passion for mentoring others, and her unwavering belief in balancing career success with family values.

Delena’s heart for others truly came to life when she created Ragan’s HOPE (Helping Other Parents Endure and Embrace). After taking a leave of absence at the height of her corporate career, she followed God’s prompting to build an organization that supports families of children facing medical crisis. What started as a vision born from her own experience has grown into a global organization that provides emotional, spiritual, and practical support to families in their time of greatest need. Both Delena and Ragan’s HOPE have received multiple awards within the nonprofit sector, honoring the organization’s meaningful and life-changing impact. Though she has returned to corporate leadership, she remains deeply involved in the mission and vision of the foundation.

In addition to her professional and philanthropic roles, Delena is a sought-after speaker. Whether she’s addressing corporate audiences, women’s ministry groups, healthcare organizations, or leadership retreats, Delena is known for her authentic storytelling, practical wisdom, and powerful faith. Her topics range from overcoming adversity and navigating the healthcare system, to leading with integrity and finding purpose in uncertainty. She tailors each message to meet the unique needs of her audience, always aiming to inspire, equip, and uplift.

Delena is also a published author. Her debut book, Finding Hope During Uncertainty, was written to encourage those walking through difficult seasons. The book reflects Delena’s own journey of faith, resilience, and surrender. She had known for years that a book was in her future but waited on God’s timing to bring it to life. The result is a deeply moving and inspirational work that empowers readers to not just endure trials, but to embrace them as part of their divine purpose.

Throughout her life, Delena has remained grounded in her faith, led by compassion, and driven by purpose. She continues to walk in obedience to the calling God has placed on her life, whether in the boardroom, on a stage, or sitting with a family in need. Her story is one of perseverance, grace, and unwavering hope, a testament to what’s possible when we trust God through every chapter of our journey.