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FRIDAY (9:00 am) - KEYNOTE - The Power of Resilience and Redemption
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FRIDAY (2:35 pm) - From Feeling Abandoned by God to Feeling Embraced by God
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SATURDAY (10:15 am) - Taking Responsibility for the Direction of Your Life: Feel, Deal, Heal
Meet Derek Clark
Derek Clark's journey is a testament to resilience and redemption. Despite enduring unimaginable abuse, abandonment, and emotional turmoil as a child, he was thrust into the psychiatric hospital at the tender age of five. His thirteen years in the San Francisco Bay Area foster care system were marked by humiliation, aggression, and overwhelming anxiety, compounded by unjust labels placed upon him. Yet, with the support of compassionate foster parents and a dedicated social worker, Derek defied the odds imposed upon him, demonstrating remarkable resilience in the face of adversity.
Derek's personal experiences have equipped him with invaluable insights into overcoming hardship and adversity. His past has never hindered his pursuit of success and fulfillment.
Today, Derek is a source of inspiration as a speaker, author, and viral sensation known for his "Rapping Dad" videos, which have garnered over 250 million views. His appearances on various news channels, including The Steve Harvey TV Show, and numerous global television programs have amplified his message of hope and perseverance.
As the author of seven books, including titles like "Disable the Label," "Never Limit Your Life," and the "I Will Never Give Up" series, Derek shares his life's trials and triumphs to inspire others to embrace resilience and unwavering determination. From victim to victor, he exemplifies the power of perseverance and the refusal to surrender to life's challenges.
You can find out more information about motivational speaker Derek Clark at
https://www.IWillNeverGiveUp.com
