Derrick Hayes is the CEO (Chief Encouragement Officer) of WOE Enterprises, a ground breaking company located in Columbus, GA. At Tennessee State University Derrick Hayes help start The Wall Of Excellence Scholarship and Development Fund that to date has raised over $500,000.00 to help deserving students stay in and finish school. Derrick Hayes sold over 4,000 copies of his first book Derricknyms From A to Z out of his car, at military bases and to celebrities such as Herschel Walker, Mike Epps, Butch Carter, Pastor Troy and Ecstasy of Whodini.

Derrick realized there was a need to reward others while they are still alive. The thought of giving back is what inspired Todays Honoree.

Innovation, Empowerment, Branding, Education Professionals, English, Keynote, Inspiring, Teacher Education, Teacher Motivation, Inspirational, Education Industry, Education Motivational, Leadership, Social Media,