About The Speaker


Derrick Morgan
Derrick Morgan has been a staple Linebacker in the National Football League since he was drafted 16th overall by the Tennessee Titans in the 2010 NFL Draft. Prior to his 9 year NFL career, Derrick attended Georgia Tech and the University of Miami where he received his MBA. Following his time with the Titans, he has focused on Impact Investing where he advises and invests in companies and organizations that offer a solution to social and environmental issues. Derrick, the 2nd active NFL player to become an open advocate for medical cannabis use is a Board Member at Athletes for Care where he champions the awareness and research of cannabis to heal and treat the chronic physical and emotional pain associated with retired athletes. He also serves as a member of NFLPA pain management committee and a partner of “With Love from Freddie”. Derrick is married to celebrity vegan chef, Charity Morgan and together they serve as brand ambassadors for Beyond Meat and have two children. Besides his family and professional endeavors, his faith is the centerpiece of his life.