About Us

The Why Behind Operation Halo

Meet Our Team

Operation Halo understands that women are stronger in numbers, which is why we are building a community of like-minded individuals with diverse backgrounds. Our platform hinges on the personal experiences of our founders and panel advisors, and the entire Operation Halo team lives by our core values of Community, Adaptability, Respect, and Empowerment (CARE). Our core values heavily influence our curriculum, so girls can develop the skills needed to confidently handle safety threats. We teach them how to look out for other women, quickly transform their safety strategies, cultivate a healthy respect for danger, and use knowledge to empower themselves and others.

Our Founders

Ashlyn Darter

CEO/Co-Founder

Mike Darter

Co-Founder

Our Advisors

The Operation Halo team is guided by core values of Community, Adaptability, Respect, and Empowerment

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Our core values

Community: At Operation Halo, we know every young woman and community is different. That’s why our self-defense training is designed to adapt — ensuring each program is practical, relevant, and built to meet real-world challenges.

Adaptability: Safety is never one-size-fits-all. We teach girls how to quickly assess situations, adjust their approach, and stay alert — because confidence comes from knowing how to respond when things don’t go as planned.

Respect: Respect is the first step toward empowerment. At Operation Halo, we honor each young woman’s voice and strength, building confidence through self-defense skills that help them stand tall and stay protected.

Empowerment: Knowledge is power. Operation Halo equips girls with the tools and mindset to take control of their own safety and speak up for others. We don’t just teach defense — we teach ownership, courage, and action.

Built to Protect. Designed to Empower

Established with a clear mission and genuine passion

Emphasizes proactive prevention over reactive solutions

Addresses physical, mental, and emotional well-being

Designed for women ages 13–24, yet valuable for everyone

Join Ashlyn as she delivers our curriculum, guiding young women along the path to stay safe, set boundaries, and trust their instincts

A voice young women will listen to

Courses with real world applications

A team of advocates for women’s safety