Derek grew up on a farm in Southern Ireland, learning the value of hard work from his father. However, his life took a challenging turn when he was expelled from school at 14 and became fascinated with the drug dealer lifestyle. By 18, he chose the easier path of drug dealing over farm work, leading to a lifestyle of addiction, fast money, and eventual emptiness. Despite outward success with material possessions, Derek was deeply unhappy, struggling with suicidal thoughts and addiction. He lost everything to gambling by the age of 29.

After spending 10 months in a treatment center, Derek managed to build a successful personal training business, but continued to face cycles of self-sabotage and addiction. His turning point came at age 36, when he met a mentor who helped him begin his journey of self-improvement. Over the next few years, Derek worked hard to transform his life, both mentally and emotionally.

Now, at 40, Derek is committed to helping others through his hard-earned wisdom and life experiences. He believes in the power of adversity to fuel success and emphasises the importance of investing in oneself. His mission is to guide others toward their own life transformations, knowing that if he can overcome his struggles, others can too.