Speaking & advisory

Ideas that connect institutions—and move conversations forward.

I bring 15+ years of executive leadership and cross-sector experience to conversations about government, business, economic opportunity, and institutional change—connecting ideas to the partnerships and decisions that move them forward.

In conversation

Engaging audiences. Advancing ideas.

From policy forums to industry conferences, these moments reflect an ongoing commitment to bringing perspectives together and turning dialogue into action.

Selected photographs from actual speaking engagements; event details can be added as they are confirmed.

Derick Bowers seated at a microphone during a professional panel discussion, with audience members in the foreground
Selected engagements

On stage. In conversation. Across sectors.

A selection of panels, conferences, podcasts, and broadcast conversations from 2019 through 2026.

October 30, 2026 · Citywide symposium panel

Pathways to Careers in Civil Service

Citywide Symposium: Developing and Strengthening an Inclusive Workforce

Hosted by the New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services (NYC DCAS) and the NYC Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities (NYC MOPD).

November 2025 · Conference panel

Maternal health equity

SOMOS Puerto Rico Conference

“Saving Mothers, Saving Generations: The Fight for Afro/Latina Maternal Health Equity”

December 2024 · Conference panels

Municipal careers & inclusive employment

NYC Employment & Training Coalition (NYCETC) Conference

“NYC, Now Hiring: Pathways to Jobs and Careers in the Municipal Workforce”

“From Intent to Impact: Partnership Models Supporting Employment for New Yorkers with Disabilities”

November 2024 · Conference panel

Collaborative procurement

City & State Government Procurement Conference

“A Collaborative Approach to Procurement”

September 2023 · Podcast guest

Breaking down workplace barriers

Dimensions of Diversity Podcast

“Inclusive Workplaces Unveiled: Breaking Down Barriers with GoodTemps”

February 2023 · Legislative conference panel

Worker power & justice

New York State Association of Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic & Asian Legislators — 51st Annual Conference

“Building Worker Power In The Carceral State”

October 2022 · Panel

Labor, opportunity & reentry

Laborers Union Panel for NYC Council

“Building Worker Power In The Carceral State”

April 2022 · Radio guest

Economic opportunity for returning citizens

The Laurie Daniel Favors Show · SiriusXM

“Returning Citizens Stimulus”

November 2019 · Symposium panel

Rethinking incarceration

Incarceration Nations Network Symposium

“Alternatives to Incarceration”

Signature speaking topics

Conversations worth having.

Grounded in executive experience and a record of working across government, business, and civic institutions.

01 / PARTNERSHIPS

The Power of Partnerships

How government, business, and civic institutions can collaborate to address complex challenges and create lasting value.

02 / LEADERSHIP

Leadership at the Intersection of Influence and Impact

Building relationships, navigating institutions, and translating vision into meaningful outcomes.

03 / INNOVATION

AI, Innovation, and the Future of Opportunity

Exploring how emerging technologies can strengthen institutions, expand access, and reshape the future of work.

04 / ECONOMIC MOBILITY

Economic Mobility and Inclusive Growth

Connecting workforce strategy, public policy, corporate engagement, and economic development.

Strategic advisory

Beyond the stage. At the table.

My work has involved bringing institutions together, cultivating public-sector relationships, securing resources, and advising on strategies that connect organizational priorities with broader impact.

Advisory conversations may focus on government and external affairs, corporate engagement, strategic partnerships, cross-sector coalitions, and institutional growth.

Speaking · Panels · Advisory

Bring a broader perspective to your next conversation.

Available for keynote presentations, panel discussions, executive roundtables, moderated conversations, and strategic advisory engagements.

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