Derreck Kayongo is a genre-defining figure in social entrepreneurship and corporate leadership, recognized for his visionary blend of humanitarian impact and business acumen. Emerging from a refugee background in Uganda, he founded the Global Soap Project—an initiative that repurposed discarded hotel soap into hygiene resources for underserved communities worldwide. His signature approach combines sustainability, innovation, and dignity, creating a distinctive voice in global development and corporate responsibility.
On stage, Kayongo commands major conferences, corporate summits, and leadership forums with compelling authenticity and magnetic storytelling. His presentations light up arenas and large theaters alike, filled with dynamic energy, rigorous insight, and a palpable drive for purpose-led transformation. Audiences are engaged by his journey from adversity to leadership and inspired to apply his frameworks of Service, Education, Leadership, and Faith (S.E.L.F) to their own organizations and communities.
With a growing international platform, acclaimed keynote appearances, and active advisory roles in global initiatives, Kayongo continues to build unstoppable momentum. His work reshapes how businesses view social impact, and his message resonates across sectors—from Fortune 500 companies to non-profits. Derreck Kayongo stands as a cultural phenomenon in leadership, innovation, and global citizenship.
