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Keynotes That Hit Different
Bold stories. Real tools. Unforgettable presence.
Whether he’s on a stage, in a classroom, or leading a boardroom breakout, Derek Milligan delivers talks that don’t just inspire — they ignite. From branding breakthroughs to personal reinvention, his signature talks are rooted in experience, charisma, and his core life motto:
Be kind. Be brave. Be you. (And yes—be weird, too.)
Bring him to your next event and watch your audience walk away empowered, entertained, and ready to move.
Signature Speaking Topics
Be Kind. Be Brave. Be You. (…Be Weird Too)
From Noise to Noticed: Unlocking Brand Awareness
From Noise to Noticed: Unlocking Brand Awareness
How the 3 Bs Became a Lifelong Leadership Code
Derek shares the philosophy he’s passed down to his daughter — and how it can transform classrooms, boardrooms, and personal lives alike. This heartfelt talk blends storytelling, self-worth, and strength through authenticity.
Great for: youth organizations, schools, parenting summits, leadership events
From Noise to Noticed: Unlocking Brand Awareness
From Noise to Noticed: Unlocking Brand Awareness
From Noise to Noticed: Unlocking Brand Awareness
The Art of Building a Brand That Feels Like You
Based on his best-selling eBook, this session breaks down what most branding advice gets wrong — and how to craft a personal or business brand that cuts through the chaos without selling your soul.
Great for: entrepreneurs, marketers, creators, business events
The Confidence Frequency™
From Noise to Noticed: Unlocking Brand Awareness
Redefining Resilience: Reinvention Without the Burnout
How to Show Up When You’d Rather Shrink Back
A dynamic and engaging talk on presence, pressure, and performance — and how to tap into your own confidence frequency no matter the stage, spotlight, or situation.
Great for: corporate trainings, public speaking workshops, women’s empowerment events
Redefining Resilience: Reinvention Without the Burnout
Protect Your Peace: Modern Self-Defense for Life + Leadership
Redefining Resilience: Reinvention Without the Burnout
What Happens After the Pivot?
Derek shares how he’s rebuilt and reimagined his life and career multiple times across industries — and the tools he uses to stay grounded, focused, and forward-moving through each transformation.
Great for: corporate events, career transition conferences, veteran orgs, personal development events
The Edge Effect™
Protect Your Peace: Modern Self-Defense for Life + Leadership
Protect Your Peace: Modern Self-Defense for Life + Leadership
Standing Out by Leaning All the Way In
This talk explores how your “edges” — the quirks, experiences, and perspectives others might overlook — are actually your greatest assets. Derek shows audiences how to stop hiding what makes them different and instead harness it as their brand power, leadership style, and competitive advantage.
Great for: creatives, entrepreneurs, DEI-focused events, leadership teams, brand and culture workshops
Protect Your Peace: Modern Self-Defense for Life + Leadership
Protect Your Peace: Modern Self-Defense for Life + Leadership
Protect Your Peace: Modern Self-Defense for Life + Leadership
Lessons from Karate, Conflict, and Courage
More than just physical defense — Derek blends his martial arts training with emotional boundaries, situational awareness, and intuitive leadership. For anyone who wants to feel stronger in any room they walk into.
Great for: women’s events, schools, personal safety seminars, mental health panels
DON’T BE A DICK — IT’S NOT THAT HARD™
A Hilariously Real Talk on Leadership, Respect, and Being a Decent Human
This talk is equal parts mic drop and mirror. Derek unpacks why being kind, clear, and direct is the ultimate leadership flex — and how cutting the BS in communication, business, and relationships can actually create more trust, loyalty, and success. Delivered with humor, real stories, and just enough sarcasm to make you rethink your next email.
Great for: leadership events, creative conferences, youth orgs, teams that need a culture shift (or a wake-up call)
Your Audience Deserves More Than Just Another Speaker.
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“Authenticity doesn’t mean oversharing. It means showing up without the mask on.”
Derek Milligan
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