Derek Deprey

Keynote Speaker, Author, Coach, Consultant, Trainer

LOCATION - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Derek Deprey is a leadership expert, speaker, and author dedicated to helping individuals lead themselves and others effectively. As the founder of Fit to Lead, he delivers impactful keynotes, workshops, and coaching that inspire leaders to create lasting change through small, consistent actions. Derek’s books, SHIFT: Move from Frustrated to Fulfilled and Everyday Leaders: Small Actions, Big Results, offer practical strategies for personal and professional growth.

Popular Programs

  • SHIFT: Move from Frustrated to Fulfilled
  • Execute: 10 Habits That Will Transform Your Work & Life
  • Live Well, Lead Well: 5 Practices to Feel Better in Work & Life
  • Everyone Communicates, but Few Connect: What the Most Effective People Do Differently
  • The Miracle of Teamwork: Together We Can Do the Impossible

Professional Summary

Previously, Derek served as the Director of Leadership Development at ETE REMAN, the largest remanufacturer of transmissions, where he transformed leadership across the organization. With a background that includes the Wisconsin Athletic Club, NBA video-scouting, collegiate coaching, and teaching leadership as an adjunct professor, Derek brings a unique blend of experience and actionable insights to every audience he serves. He has been invited to speak at some of the biggest companies in the world, including Kohl’s, Molson Coors, and GE. Outside of work, he is a devoted husband, father, and youth basketball coach.

"Derek always shares pertinent information in a way that allows you to learn and grow, but never feel judged because you aren't there yet."

Judy Hahn | Immersive Wellness Coach

Areas of Expertise

  • Accountability
  • Attitude
  • Author
  • Business
  • Business Consultant
  • Collaboration
  • Communication
  • Company Culture
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Emotional Intelligence/EQ
  • Goal Setting
  • Health and Wellness
  • Keynote Speaker
  • Leadership
  • Life/work Balance
  • Male Speakers
  • Management
  • Midwest Speakers
  • Mindset
  • Motivation and Inspiration
  • Peak Performance
  • Personal Growth
  • Productivity
  • Resilience
  • Sports
  • Stress Management
  • Team Building
  • Time Management
Lynne Jensen Award Winning Speaker

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