When a school, church, or youth program brings Darren in, they’re not just getting a speaker — they’re getting a framework. Drawing from his military experience and his book Heroes: Your Community Awaits, Darren leads sessions that move young men from passive to purposeful. He meets them where they are and leaves them with something to act on.
Session Types: 60-min (middle school) · 90-min (high school) · Keynote (events & conferences)
Topics: Identity & Purpose · Discipline & Direction · Community & Leadership · Veteran to Builder (for adult/org audiences)
Settings: Schools · Juvenile facilities · Group homes · Faith communities · Veteran organizations
Dates fill up fast — especially in the fall. If you have a group of young men who need direction, reach out now to check availability. No commitment required, just a conversation.
Want to share with your team? Download the Speaker Sheet (PDF)
"Darren doesn't just motivate — he gives young men a framework to actually move. He exceeded our expectations. His message was engaging, authentic, and relatable to our youth." — Elden K. Kaeo, Program Manager / Teacher, Eleos Ministries & Best Skills Academy
Faith Communities
Veteran Organizations
College Students & Young Adults
Schools & Youth Programs
Juvenile Facilities & Group Homes
Corporate Teams & Leadership Events
Community Organizations & Nonprofits
Young Kings Rising is Darren's flagship mentorship program for young men ages 13–25. If you're a school administrator or district leader interested in bringing YKR to your students, start here.
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