Dee-1
Acclaimed Rapper, Financial Literacy Guru & Social Influencer
What do you call an acclaimed rapper, math teacher, financial literacy guru, social influencer, and award-winning motivational speaker? Dee-1.
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What do you call an acclaimed rapper, math teacher, financial literacy guru, social influencer, and award-winning motivational speaker? Dee-1. Dee-1 (David Augustine Jr) has dedicated his life to changing the world for the better. He combines the hustle of an independent business owner with the heart of an educator and the lyricism of a hip hop artist. Thousands, from CEOs to community groups to high school teens, have been inspired by his passion to help people change the world, through belief in themselves. He draws on his own experiences to motivate audiences not only to take control of their money, but to use that money for good. He feels he has been placed in hip hop for a reason, to challenge the status quo.
The corporate world has embraced his message of positivity and hope. Leading financial services companies have hired Dee-1 to preach his message about positivity, possibility, and hope. On a country-wide “knowledge for college” tour, thousands of students were enthralled as he sang, told his story, and used his passion to excite them about their future: “I don’t want to just tell students to go to college; I want them to understand why it’s important to go, and why it’s even more important to graduate.
Dee-1 has also partnered with a range of companies to share his life-lessons with others, especially resiliency. He offers relatable, positive energy about over coming difficult or challenging situations, especially taking a chance on yourself and embracing your passions—just as he did when he gave up his 9 – 5 career to pursue his dream of becoming an artist.
Seeing Dee-1 in action is like a shot of adrenaline, leaving you positive and empowered. Rappers talk about getting money—but not about how to handle that money when you get it. Dee-1 doesn’t glorify negativity; he champions education, positivity, and financial literacy. His background creates a perfect combination of teaching, financial knowledge, and life experiences.
Dee-1 has established the “Mission Vision” movement, which promotes identifying your gifts and talents to make the world a better place. He encourages people to strive to accomplish the 3 R’s in everything they do: Be Real, Be Righteous, and Be Relevant. In addition to his professional work, Dee-1 is president of Mission Vision Music, an enterprise that includes his own albums, public speaking, acting, personal finance, and more.
Testimonials
Ernie was perfect for our Elders Conference at Little River Casino Resort in Manistee, Michigan. We will definitely be using PDA again!
LITTLE RIVER BAND OF OTTAWA INDIANS
Our speaker was great and the crowd enjoyed her! She was very engaging. Thank you again PDA for the great list of suggestions!
MEDTRONIC
Everything went great! and our speaker was wonderful! Thank you so much for all your help PDA! Looking forward to the next one.
UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI – KANSAS CITY
I hope that this message finds you well. We had a phenomenal time with Atsuko this past Thursday. We wanted to just let you know how amazing she was. All those that were in attendance thoroughly enjoyed her and had nothing but amazing things to say about her. Thank you for working with us to make sure this happened!
BAYLOR UNIVERSITY CAMPUS
We had a fantastic day with Inge! She was very engaging with all those that attended. Her personal stories about the holocaust were very special and we were moved that she was willing to share them with everyone. Thank you again, PDA for all your hard work and dedication to make this program such a success!
SALT LAKE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Dear PDA Group, Thank you so much for your hard work in scheduling our speaker! From the moment we reached out to you the first time, you worked with us on all details and logistics and kept us up-to-date on the progress. Thank you for all your hard work on making our event such a success! We couldn't have done it without you and your team!
SAP COMPANY
Thank you again, Dr. Kimbrough, for a great presentation, our attendees are still talking about it!
CAMPUS LABS
Dr. Henry Lee's presentation was entertaining, insightful and wise. I, and everyone at Pfizer, especially appreciate the remarks you directed about following your passion and preparing yourself to excel. Thank you, everyone, at PDA for helping to make this happen!
PFIZER
The event was successful! I received many messages expressing how awesome, outstanding and inspiring Ms. Webb-Christburg's speech was."
DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. MEMORIAL BREAKFAST, BOSTON, MLK SPEAKER
Everything went well. Atsuko was very easy to work with and the students enjoyed her performance! Thank you again for your recommendation and I hope to work with you again in the future!
CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
Dr. Novello left this morning after a very successful event on our campus! Thank you PDA Group for your help from the first phone to the last you were with us every step of the way.
GRAND VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY
Jordan Carlos was very very entertaining! A majority of students who answered the event survey indicated they really enjoyed Jordan and definitely will bring him back!
WESTERN CAROLINA UNIVERSITY
On behalf of myself and my organization Entertainment Unlimited the Campus Programming Board of Ferris State University, we thank you PDA and Dan for a successful event!! Dan was magnificent! Students really enjoyed the presentation. I know I did. Can't wait to bring in more programs with PDA Group.
FERRIS STATE UNIVERSITY
It was a great pleasure to work with PDA Group! The communication was always prompt, friendly and helpful. We loved the speakers and events we booked through Mr. Peter Walker (PDA Group).
WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
Thank you, Peter, for all your help, you'll be happy to know that the event went incredibly well! Aneesa Ferreira was by far one of the best speakers we've ever had!
FURMAN UNIVERSITY
Topics
Dropping Knowledge to Win in College
Sharing Your Faith in Awkward Spaces
Has Hip Hop Failed the Black Community?
Videos
Dee-1 - Taking a Chance On Me (music video) (#FindingBalance album out now)
Dee-1 - I'm Not Perfect (I'm A Christian) (Video)
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