Reviews

”I could not lie down tonight without first thanking you for being our featured guest at the Empowerment Party. Your words of inspiration and wisdom were beyond anything that I could have hoped for. The ladies needed what you said and they needed it from you....a strong, intelligent,
compassionate brother. You and your family were a delightful addition to our night.”

Felicia L. Hamilton, Founder/S.O.W.E.--Society of Women Entrepreneurs

“Derrick Hayes is definitely America’s most powerful and dynamic encouragement speaker. His programs are packed with substance, purposeful interaction, and continuous humor (laughs and entertainment). If you’re looking for a consummate professional speaker or presenter who will bring to your meeting or event far more than what you will invest for his services — then Derrick is the speaker you should confirm and book right now.”

~ Ty Howard, Chairman and CEO of the Baltimore Worldwide Speakers Bureau and Author of Untie the Knots That Tie Up Your Life

"All I can say is WOW!  Derrick Hayes is one talented individual. I personally asked him to create his 'Derricknyms' as gifts for all of my guest speakers at my College Speaking Success Boot Camp. If you want a unique gift idea, then I highly suggest you consider hiring Derrick!"

-James Malinchak, Contributing Author, Chicken Soup for the Soul

“Derrick Hayes is a man of God who walks in integrity. His mission in life is to be a source of encouragement to God's people. His writing and speaking ministry has been a blessing to many and I look forward to all that God is doing in his life.”

Elder Dane T. Cunningham, Single's Minister

New Birth Missionary Baptist Church

"I was so moved when I heard Derrick Hayes speak the first time, I figured he was worth hearing again.  Within ten minutes I decided that I will have him speak to the entire leadership staff in our department.  The second time was better than the first.  He really moved them with his positive outlook and approach to life.  Many people have their personal Derricknyms posted in their work area."

C.O. Jackman, Director

Facilities Building Services

Georgia State University

 “Although hard to imagine, Derrick Hayes performance can only get better over time.”

Sonja Williams, Workforce Solution Manager

Georgia Pacific

“ You have a gift and made a difference in many lives that day.”

Adreene Brown, General Manager

Holiday Inn Select Atlanta Airport South

“Your message “WOE” inspired them.”

Diane Rowe, Program Manager Office T.E.C.H.

Goodwill Industries

“With dynamic agility, Derrick Hayes delivered piercing words of encouragement to AIU’s Lunch & Learn participants.”

Sherry A. Harris, Student Employment Coordinator

American Intercontinental University  

“I have known Mr. Derrick for the past ten years. Mr. Hayes is always willing to give something back to the community through his teaching skills.”

John Garnett, Director

 Tennessee Childcare Facilties Corporation

“You helped many youth be afforded an opportunity to attend and benefit from an experience that under normal circumstances, would not be possible due to restricted/limited family and/school resources” 

Yvonne Thomas, County Extension Agent

Alabama Cooperative Extension System

"Derrick Hayes is one of the most brilliant, creative and enthusiastic
souls I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. You can't get a more
supportive, fast and imaginative team-member. He is a thought leader
and a shining star!"

Sally Shields, speaker, radio personality, publicity specialist and
author of the #1 Amazon.com bestseller, The Daughter-in-Law Rules! 

"Derrick Hayes created magic for the homeless and poor women of Boston. 

Guests at the 2009 Love Yourself Fest at Rosie's Place  were treated to their very special Derricknyms and loved it!"

The Annual Love Yourself! Fest at Rosie's Place

Founded by Evana Maggiore in 2000

Sponsored by Fashion Feng Shui International LLC

"I just wanted to thank you for your presentation at my daughter's school.  Your message was "right on the money" and your efforts to help our youth are much appreciated.  After working in the Juvenile Justice system for over 25 years, it is encouraging to see men, such as yourself, reaching out to the youth and to parents.  Keep up the good work and thanks again!"

Amy Barcroft

Regional Coordinator

Division of Juvenile Justice

Tennessee

"Derrick Hayes' creativity and ability to share personal stories draws in his audience in a very special way.  He leaves you not only thinking but connected."

Ben Jordan, Founder

Stealth Education Group

"We are so grateful to have been able to invite such a dynamic speaker through the Tennessee Tobacco Endowment Grant to Haywood County. Derrick Hayes words will not be forgotten in Haywood County."

"The Derricknyms you provided for our group were awesome (and you worked quickly)!  The statements are perfect! It was almost like you knew the people you were writing about.  Thank you for sharing this gift with us!"
 
Julie Donahue
Women's Ministry Director, Grace Community Church
Roswell, NM
Women's Retreat--May 2009 

Cindy Wilkins, B.S.

Haywood County Public Health Educator