Deriontay Sparks — Leadership and Transformation Consultant
TRANSFORM ORGANIZATIONS. ELEVATE LEADERS CREATE
IMPACT.

Retail executive turned transformation catalyst. 20+ years igniting change in Fortune 500 environments.

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UBUNTU
The Philosophy
I AM BECAUSE WE ARE
— — Ubuntu

My approach is rooted in Ubuntu — the African philosophy that our shared humanity is the foundation of true leadership. When we balance financial performance with genuine social impact, we don't just build better businesses. We build better communities. Better futures.

People • Purpose • Performance

Two pathways to growth

for organizations

Systemic transformation

  • Strategy & Innovation
    Business strategy, organizational design, and innovation frameworks for sustainable competitive advantage.
    →
  • Leadership Development
    Comprehensive programs that build capacity, culture, and authentic leadership presence.
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  • Sustainable Growth & ESG
    Circular economy strategies that align profit with purpose and community impact.
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for you

Personal elevation

  • Executive Coaching
    One-on-one coaching for leaders navigating complex challenges and transitions.
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  • Personal Development
    Programs that strengthen resilience, clarity, and purpose-driven leadership.
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  • Growth Workshops
    Interactive group experiences to unlock potential and accelerate growth.
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Deriontay Sparks

FROM
RETAIL EXECUTIVE
↓
TO
TRANSFORMATION
CATALYST

With over two decades leading transformational change across Fortune 500 retail environments, I've witnessed firsthand how organizations thrive when they invest in their people.

As a leader at Evergreen Goodwill, I bring together strategic business acumen with a deep commitment to community impact and sustainable innovation. The Sparks Effect was born from a conviction: the spark of change lives within every person and every organization.

20+ Years Fortune 500 evergreen Goodwil Ubuntu-Driven
20+
Years Experience
50+
Organizations Transformed
500+
Leaders Developed
∞
Communities Impacted
What Leaders Say
Deri transformed how we think about leadership. His ability to blend strategic thinking with genuine human connection is rare.
Sarah Mitchell — VP Operations, Fortune 500 Retailer
The professional growth I experienced was life-changing. He challenged me to think bigger and gave me the tools to make it happen.
Marcus Reed — CEO, Sustainable Ventures
His Ubuntu-inspired approach brought our entire executive team together in ways traditional consulting never could.
Jennifer Kwon — CHRO, National Nonprofit
Insights & Tools
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Spark
Your
Transformation?

Whether you're reimagining your organization or elevating your own leadership — the first step is a conversation.

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