HOPE: it’s in you!

ABOUT US

Darren’s Hope Factory produces uplifting resources and energizing conferences around the world with the focus of building hopeful leaders and resilient communities. It also serves and empowers organizations and front-line leaders.

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DARREN
TIPTON

DARREN TIPTON

DANSTAN
SIMIYU

DANSTAN SIMIYU

ANDY
ILILONGA

ANDY ILILONGA

JOSEPH
PASI

JOSEPH PASI

ELESS
NZALA

ELESS NZALA

Darren is the founder and Chief Guardian of Hope for Darren’s Hope Factory. He’s passionate about asking thought-provoking questions which motivate and challenge leaders - expecting them to take leaps of faith on behalf of humanity.

Danstan has been Darren’s Executive Assistant for 7 years and he is the Chief Guardian of Hope for the African continent.

Andy is quiet, unassuming and powerfully dedicated to spreading compassion. He believes art and music can intersect humanity as the magical element in expressing compassion. The outward demonstration of compassion requires an individual to look far beyond circumstances and first find the internal expression of what hope and love means to them.

Joseph is passionate about music - he’s a rapper and aspiring music promoter.

Eless Nzala is a public speaker, and facilitator with Equip Zambia, based in Lusaka, Zambia.

DARREN SPEAKS

No Apologies for Boldly Leading with Hope

Darren Speaks to your top 10% - those who boldly lead on the front lines of service to embrace their role as Radical Guardians of Hope without hesitation or apology.

Darren’s transformative keynotes challenge and inspire leaders to own their courage, ignite change, and champion hope in a world that desperately needs it. Through powerful storytelling and actionable insights, Darren equips audiences to lead with conviction, compassion, and a fearless commitment to making a difference.

This is the space where hope meets action, and leadership becomes a force for lasting impact.

The keynote: "The 10%" reveals how leaders who serve with boldness and purpose can elevate their businesses and teams to unprecedented heights. By embracing hope as a discipline and embedding its principles into organizational culture, leaders can create workplaces where innovation thrives, resilience is second nature, and teams feel deeply connected to a shared mission.

Darren shows how businesses led by the 10% not only achieve transformation but also set a new standard for success—one driven by purpose, authenticity, and an unapologetic commitment to service.

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Amplify! calls aspiring musicians to the stage. It gives them an entré where none exists to showcase what is hiding inside.

DHF believes that most of the talent in the world goes to waste - but we’re doing our part to uncover, empower and elevate the voices that can inspire and magnify the messages of hope that exist in opportunity and in the power of music.

Amplify! is an on-stage casting call for those with aspiring talent to showcase their love for music through hopeful songs.

The potential of hidden talent, the power of opportunity, the presence of hope onstage!

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A deliberate act of defiance that disrupts the status quo. When women boldly share their stories, they shatter oppressive norms, dismantle entrenched stigmas, and ignite transformative movements. Your voice is a catalyst for revolution, exposing injustices and galvanizing others to rise and resist. By sharing your narrative, you join a formidable force that amplifies women's voices, fosters radical empathy, and demands systemic change. Together, we can forge a society that not only acknowledges but celebrates women's experiences, propelling us toward a future of true equality and liberation.

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We’d love to hear from you - whether you’re an aspiring artist (with an angelic voice), a rapper who can lay down the beat like no other, or a woman who has an inspiring story that needs to be shared with the world.
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FAQ’s

Darren’s Hope Factory is a global initiative dedicated to creating uplifting resources, hosting energizing conferences, and empowering leaders and organizations to build hope-filled communities. We aim to inspire and equip individuals and organizations to make a meaningful impact through small, consistent actions.

Guardians of Hope are individuals or organizations committed to fostering hope in their communities through consistent, meaningful actions. They believe in reimagining corporate social responsibility and creating environments where hope thrives.

Becoming a Guardian of Hope starts by meeting you where you are. Whether you’re an individual or part of an organization, you can join us by participating in our programs, adopting our practices, or supporting initiatives that build hope-filled leaders and resilient communities.

We offer a variety of resources, including inspirational content, music, story-driven materials, workshops, and tools for individuals and organizations to implement small, impactful changes that inspire hope and resilience.

Our conferences are energizing and transformative experiences that include inspiring keynote speeches, collaborative exercises, and practical tools to help leaders build hope in their personal and professional lives. Attendees leave empowered to become agents of hope and resilience.

Corporate social responsibility reimagined is about aligning your organization’s values with meaningful, hope-filled actions. We guide companies in adopting sustainable, community-driven approaches that make a lasting difference in the lives of those they serve.

We provide tailored resources, workshops, and mentorship for frontline leaders to help them maintain resilience and inspire hope in their teams and communities, even in the face of challenges.

Our programs are designed to meet you where you are. Whether you’re an individual passionate about spreading hope or an organization looking to reimagine your impact, we have resources and opportunities for you.

You can contact us to discuss hosting a conference, workshop, or collaborative event tailored to your community’s or organization’s unique needs. Together, we’ll design a program that aligns with your goals.

We measure our impact by the stories of transformation from the individuals and communities we serve. Whether it’s a leader finding renewed strength, an organization reimagining its social responsibility, or a community uplifted through consistent acts of hope, these stories fuel our mission and guide our efforts.

"The 10%" represents the individuals in a company who consistently knock expectations out of the ballpark. This workshop and keynote celebrate their untapped potential, driving them to look deeper within their resolve to exceed standards and lead with purpose on the front lines of service.

By focusing on "The 10%," organizations unlock results that cannot be bought or acquired they emerge from the heart, fueled by passion, determination, and an unrelenting drive to transform industries and inspire others.

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