Derek Clark
Keynote Speaker: Childhood Trauma Motivational Speaker, Author & "Rapping Dad"
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Derek Clark Biography
Motivational speaker Derek Clark's life is one of resilience and redemption. As a child, he endured severe child abuse, abandonment, and emotional distress before being left at an emergency psychiatric facility at age five. His 13 years in the Alameda County foster care system were marked by humiliation, aggression, emotional distress, overwhelming anxiety, and being wrongfully labeled. Despite these challenges, with the support of dedicated foster parents, a fantastic social worker, and impactful mentors, he overcame the artificial limitations imposed upon him. Clark knows first-hand the importance of coping with adversity and overcoming hardships. His past experiences have not deterred him from achieving his goals.
Clark is the author of seven inspirational books, including "Never Limit Your Life" and the critically acclaimed "I Will Never Give Up" book series, which detail his experiences and the mental tools he used to overcome the odds while growing up in the foster care system. His true-life trials and personal triumphs have moved organizations worldwide with his message of resilience, hope, courage, unwavering perseverance, and redemption.
Clark's life mission has been to help others find the mental strength to recognize and take advantage of opportunities, focusing particularly on overcoming adversity and fear. His keynotes, such as "The Power of Resilience and Redemption: From Brutal Trauma to Triumph" and "You Cannot Think Negative About a Child and Expect a Positive Outcome," have inspired thousands to find the courage to make transformative decisions. Clark’s work extends beyond his speeches; he has also been recognized with the International Foster Care Award from SOS Children’s Village for his significant contribution to foster care awareness. He frequently appears on notable television programs like "CNN Headline News," "The Steve Harvey Show," and "The Ricki Lake Show." Additionally, Clark has captured a wide audience with his "Rapping Dad" videos, amassing over 250 million views on social media, further cementing his influence and outreach. His engaging presence both on and off the stage, combined with his use of music to deepen his connection with audiences, highlights his unique approach to motivational speaking.
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What topics does Derek Clark speak about?
Derek Clark is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Family & Parenting, Motivational, Authors, Education, Music, Literary, Inspirational, Overcoming Adversity, Social Activism and Youth.
Where does Derek Clark travel from?
Derek Clark generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Derek Clark?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Derek Clark for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Derek Clark for your next private or corporate function.
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Derek Clark is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Family & Parenting, Motivational and Authors. The estimated speaking fee range to book Derek Clark for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Derek Clark generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Rob Scheer, Victoria Rowell and Anthony Trucks. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Derek Clark for an upcoming event.
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Derek was simply amazing! Everyone really enjoyed his presentation!
Toledo Public School Administrators - Aug 21 2023
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How do I book Derek Clark to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Derek Clark for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Derek Clark, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Derek Clark or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Derek Clark for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Derek Clark, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Derek Clark are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Derek Clark, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Derek Clark speak about?
Derek Clark is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Family & Parenting, Motivational, Authors, Education, Music, Literary, Inspirational, Overcoming Adversity, Social Activism and Youth. -
Where does Derek Clark travel from?
Derek Clark generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Derek Clark?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Derek Clark for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Derek Clark for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Derek Clark or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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