Darryl Ross-Author&Motivational Speaker

Darryl was knowledgeable, energetic and engaged everyone throughout the entire presentation. The session was 2 weeks ago and employees are still talking about it and referencing some of the things we learned. We were beyond pleased and cannot wait to work with him again.
Dade County Federal Credit Union - Desiree Tyler

Darryl was amazing. Standing ovation, which I cannot recall ever happening at this conference. Darryl was so passionate and a wonderful story teller. He connected with the group and left us with many great messages, including “Be the light!” We’ve already received several requests to have him back for other events.
VCU Health- Jenifer Murphy

All I can say is WOW!! We loved, loved, loved Darryl! Great points! Loved the training, stories, and so many take aways that the attendees can start using now. Thank you so much! We are so excited to have him back with us in Grand Rapids in August!
Coverys Insurance - Andrea Starmer

True motivational trainers with a call to action are hard to come by, and Darryl is one of the elite few. For over 20 years, Darryl has found his passion motivating team members and helping organizations improve their Leadership, Employee Engagement, and Customer Experiences.

Darryl is a nationally recognized keynote speaker, leadership trainer, and 2x-Amazon best-selling author. Drawing from his experience as a former television news reporter and leadership development expert, Darryl delivers high-energy presentations that inspire audiences to lead with purpose, communicate with confidence, and serve others with excellence. His presentations combine motivation, humor, and real-world strategies that audiences can immediately apply in their professional and personal lives.

Known for his trademarked C.R.E.A.T.E. Connection Framework™ Darryl equips emerging and experienced leaders with actionable tools to strengthen workplace culture, lead with confidence and elevate outcomes. His signature message centers on the belief that “we’re all leaders.” Frontline to Management, we all have official or unofficial influence on the brand.

Darryl has worked with healthcare, government, educational, nonprofits, and Fortune 500 companies, helping leaders navigate change, inspire performance, and build meaningful connections with their teams.

Whether speaking to frontline employees, managers, or senior leaders, Darryl's mission is simple: empower employees to unlock their potential, elevate their leadership, and create a lasting impact on those they serve.