Derrick S SlackDr. Derrick S. Slack is an award-winning author, educator, speaker, and entrepreneur whose work bridges education, empowerment, and legacy. With nearly thirty years of experience as a teacher, curriculum designer, and graduation coach, he has inspire students, families, and communities across the United States and abroad. A dynamic international keynote speaker and workshop facilitator, Dr. Slack has led talks and trainings in the United States, Ghana, Costa Rica, and Colombia on topics including leadership, social-emotional learning, entrepreneurship, and cultural awareness. His powerful storytelling and innovative frameworks help audiences connect personal growth to generational impact. He is the co-author of How to Raise SPOILED Kids: A Parent's Guide to Generational Wealth, where SPOILED stands for Savers, Producers, Owners, Investors, Leaders, Entrepreneurs, and Disciplined-a philosophy that reflects his lifelong mission to equip families and young people with the tools to thrive. Dr. Slack is also the author of Orange, an award-winning children's book that celebrates diversity, inclusion, and the power of positive identity. As founder of Black Leaf Vegan Café and co-owner of Know Wonder Publishing, he continues to merge education, entrepreneurship, and empowerment into every aspect of his life's work. He lives in Indianapolis, Indiana, with his wife, Taria, and their three daughters. Keywords: education, leadership, entrepreneurship, family legacy, motivational speaker, generational wealth, cultural awareness, empowerment, diversity, parenting, Black authors, youth development Read More Read Less