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Derek Lewis

@RealDerekLewis

Transformational Leader | Business Consulting | Inspirational Speaker | Mentor and Coach | Culture Developer | Sports Enthusiast

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Joined August 2019
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Derek Lewis, former PepsiCo executive and owner of Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks locations in Central Florida, is set to become the largest franchisee of Philly Pretzel Factory in the Southern U.S. blackenterprise.com/black-en…
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Happy New Year! Feeling super grateful and blessed to run it back in 2025. Excited about the release of my book, Survive + Advance: Lessons on Living a Life without Compromise, on Jan 28th. I hope you have the chance to read it. Preorders are available at major online retailers.
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Advocate Derek Lewis' Inspirational Memoir To Be Released In January blackenterprise.com/derek-le…
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Exciting news! My debut book, "Survive and Advance," releases on January 28, 2025, at major retailers and online, including Barnes & Noble, Target, Walmart, and Amazon. It shares my journey of resilience and Black excellence. Pre-order now at realdereklewis.com
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Orlando Wine Festival & Auction Raises $1+ Million for At-Risk Youth in Central Florida | NBA.com nba.com/magic/news/orlando-w…
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I’m happy to share that I have been elected as Board Member at Primo Water Corporation (NYSE: PRMW).
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I’m very honored to have received the 2023 Legacy Builder Award, which recognizes the extraordinary commitment of Hampton University Alumni who create an impact on others through purpose-driven work. I want to thank National Hampton Alumni Association, I…lnkd.in/gftS7MVH
#hamptonuniversity #homebythesea #blackexcellence #hbcuexcellence | Derek Lewis | 47 comments

#hamptonuniversity #homebythesea #blackexcellence #hbcuexcellence | Derek Lewis | 47 comments

I’m very honored to have received the 2023 Legacy Builder Award, which recognizes the extraordinary commitment of Hampton University Alumni who create an impact on others through purpose-driven work....

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Amazing weekend hosting and supporting events benefiting the 3rd annual Orlando Magic Youth Foundation Wine Festival and Auction. Significant funds were raised to help children in Central Florida realize their full potential, especially at-risk children…lnkd.in/eDmf--7e

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Amazing weekend hosting and supporting events benefiting the 3rd annual Orlando Magic Youth Foundation Wine Festival and Auction. Significant funds were raised to help children in Central Florida...

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A major congratulations to @alliequigley for her fourth, record-breaking win of the @WNBA 3-Point Contest! She holds the most 3-point titles out of anyone in both the WNBA and @NBA. 🏀🏅
Allie Quigley prepares for a 3-point shot.

ALT Allie Quigley prepares for a 3-point shot.

Allie Quigley receives an award for her historic fourth win.

ALT Allie Quigley receives an award for her historic fourth win.

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Honored to speak at the University of Tampa Fellows Forum, and to be amongst such a distinguished panel! Thank you @UofTampa, I am grateful for the opportunity to bring awareness to the importance of DEI and how our mission @PepsiCo is to continuously drive meaningful change.
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With the 24th pick of the @WNBA Draft, the @ConnecticutSun select...
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With the 24th pick in the @WNBA Draft, the @ConnecticutSun select... Jordan Lewis, @BaylorWBB‼️
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Great conversation with Jon Springer of @adage to talk about our new Multicultural Business and Equity Development Organization at PepsiCo. This is a significant step in our journey, looking forward to continue to drive change across consumers, business, employees, and community.
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Strong showing on this year’s All-Big 12 Teams 💪 @NaLyssaSmith x @jorashlew x @sarah_T2D x @Jayasberry x @QueenEgbo_ 🗞️ baylorbea.rs/35VkYvC #SicEm | #GreaterThan
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@sportsiren26 Feb 2022
HISTORY! Jordan Lewis sets the Division I @ncaawbb record for games played in during a career #158 and counting. Resilience is a skill. @baylorwbb @jorashlew
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Live from Waco, an ✨NCAA record holder✨🤩 #SicEm | #GreaterThan
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I’m incredibly proud to lead our newly created Multicultural Business and Equity Development organization that spans North America beverages and convenient foods. savoynetwork.com/pepsico-vet…
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Top Ten 🤩 🗞️ baylorbea.rs/3J9U8y5 #SicEm | #GreaterThan
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@Hoophall7 Feb 2022
Basketball Hall of Fame, @WBCA1981 Name Ten Point Guards to Watch List for 2022 @NancyLieberman Award. #LiebermanAward @hoophallu | @DellTech 📰: bit.ly/3rwQ2dk
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