Derek C. Carlson is a real estate leader, keynote speaker, coach, and the author of Unlock Your MVP. His message was forged through building at scale, leading through crisis, and rebuilding his own life from the inside out.

After starting a real estate company with $500, Derek helped build it into one of the largest independent real estate organizations in America. Today, he serves as Broker and President of Realty ONE Group MVP, where his leadership is focused on recruiting, retention, revenue, culture, organizational growth, and developing people.

Derek’s message goes far beyond business. During and immediately after a trip to Europe for his 50th birthday, he suffered three heart attacks in one week. That experience forced him to confront the difference between looking successful and living in alignment.

Through honest storytelling, practical leadership experience, and the MVP Framework of Mindset, Vision, and Purpose, Derek challenges people to stop treating the symptoms, confront what is out of alignment, and become the person their future requires.

Whether he is speaking to executives, entrepreneurs, real estate professionals, sales leaders, faith-based audiences, or people navigating major change, Derek delivers a direct and deeply personal message designed to create lasting transformation.