Meet Derek

A TEDx speaker and bestselling author, Derek is the founder of Soul Summit Ventures, where he helps leaders build resilient, purpose-driven businesses through strategy, storytelling, and human-centered growth.

A TEDx speaker and bestselling author, Derek is the founder of Soul Summit Ventures, where he helps leaders build resilient, purpose-driven businesses through strategy, storytelling, and human-centered growth.

Areas of expertise

Sales Training

Strategic Consulting

Building Culture

Best-Selling Author

Stats

5

Years in Business

1.5k

Views on TedX talk

About

Derek is a 3x International Best-Selling Author, TEDx Speaker, Leader and Philantropreneur whose practice focuses on Resilience Development and Process Implementation, and placing impact at the forefront of every business activity. His award-winning approach to sales excellence is driven by a team-centered approach of ‘Strength Through Vulnerability’. His relentless passion for evangelizing the ‘Human Journey’, is both inspiring and contagious.

How I can best help you

As the founder of Soul Summit Ventures, I specialize in guiding nonprofits to align their mission with impactful strategies that foster resilience and community engagement. Whether you're seeking to enhance your organization's leadership development, integrate philanthropy into your operations, or build a roadmap for sustainable growth, I'm here to support you. With over two decades of experience across various industries, I bring a wealth of knowledge to help you navigate challenges and amplify your social impact.