I deliver interactive, customized keynotes and workshops that spark action and lasting change.
Why Book this Speaker:
Every experience is tailored to your mission and goals, so leaders leave with practical tools they can use immediately. My style is passionate, entertaining, and real. I share stories of both wins and failures to make lessons stick. Beyond inspiration, I provide clear frameworks and resources that drive culture shifts in engagement, accountability, and retention. Audiences don’t just listen; they laugh, learn, and leave ready to lead with impact. Become the leader you’d follow through self leadership, people leadership, and team leadership. All lead to one vision: a world where every leader is the leader you’d follow.
Traveling From: Wisconsin
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Derek Deprey’s passion is to help you become the leader you’d want to follow. With a background in basketball operations at the NCAA Division 1 and NBA levels, as well as experience in the fitness and automotive industries, he now turns managers into leaders at Fit to Lead as an author, keynote speaker, and leadership coach. Derek has written two books, SHIFT: Move from Frustrated to Fulfilled and Everyday Leaders: Small Actions, Big Results. When Derek isn’t geeking out on leadership, he’s working out, coaching basketball, or carting his daughters all over like an Uber driver.

Every day, we move in one direction or another. We’re free to choose from endless possibilities. Only you can choose the direction for the rest of your life. Whether you are a seasoned executive, emerging leader, stay-at-home parent, or college student, frustration is inevitable. Now is the time for you to SHIFT from, “I’m so busy and stressed,” to, “I’m living my ideal life right now.” In this presentation, Derek will teach you a 5-gear process that you can apply in your personal and professional lives. Each gear will uniquely move you from frustrated to fulfilled. Through powerful questions and compelling exercises, you’ll discover how to make today the day you are inspired to change. It’s your next move!

For too long, our recognition of leadership has been narrowly defined to a select few –– presidents, CEOs or historical icons. We have been captivated by charismatic figures on the cover of Forbes or viral sensations on social media. But what about the everyday leaders who have shaped us on a personal level? The parents, mentors, teammates and family members who have left an indelible mark on our lives? It’s time to reimagine leadership, to celebrate the silent influencers and to recognize that each one of us possesses the power to lead. Are you ready to step into your role as an everyday leader?
TRANSFORM YOUR WORK & LIFE
Carefully look over your “to-do” list. Will you commit to action? Reality check: wherever you are in your life and career is a result of your habits, good or bad. Great news! No matter where you are right now, you can transform your life by transforming your habits. The best way to get started is to bridge the gap between being busy and being productive. In this workshop, you’ll learn that the problem isn’t you. The problem is your system. Derek will help you design every minute of your activities with 6 gap-closing behaviors. You’ll go from, “I’m overwhelmed, stuck, and unfulfilled” to, “I’m laser-focused, making progress, and fulfilled.”

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