Darrell “Coach D” Andrews, CSP is one of less than than 500 professional speakers worldwide who have received their CSP (Certified Speaking Professional) designation from the National Speakers Association, the highest recognition in the speaking industry for platform excellence.  He is known by education organizations, corporations and individuals as America’s Passion Coach.  He is not an athletic coach, but he provides the winning plan for individuals and organizations nationwide.  His programs are highly energetic and highly informative. Coach D believes in the adage “motivation without information is simply a good conversation.”  He customizes every event to the needs of his customers and spends countless hours preparing for every program.  He proclaims that he not a “motivation speaker” but a “motivational strategist.”

From the initial phone conversation to the time he takes center stage, Coach D is committed to making his speaking, coaching or consulting programs a success.  As child of poverty growing up in the city of Syracuse, NY, Darrell has learned that hard work and dedication pays off.  This is why corporations such as Wal-Mart and Verizon, School Districts such as the Dallas Independent School District and Miami-Dade Schools and Non-Profit Organizations such as the National PTA and the National Association of Workforce Development Professionals have all booked Coach D to speak at their events. 

Darrell “Coach D” Andrews:

¬Speaks at close to 100 events annually

¬Provides consulting and coaching programs to organizations and individuals

¬Is an author of three successful books

¬Is often interviewed by the media to provide expert advice