"Let's take the lessons taught in the classrooms into the streets."
"I am a firm believer that life is all about energy. That's what TDP
is all about. Creating, transferring and developing positive energy
in our youth...to build leaders of tomorrow." -Fred Walker, founder of TDP
Who We Are
We are 200+ strong and growing. Since 2013 TDP has touched the lives of over 200 teens from ages 13 to 17 years in and around Detroit. Through speaking engagements, workshops and events, our team has worked hard to help inspire, motivate and educate today's youth. We have a unique approach to teaching young adults life skills to succeed in school, business and life.
Our Program
Our program prepares today’s youth to be business leaders of tomorrow. TDP is not a boring lecture, or a traditional class taught from textbooks. Instead, our six week workshops allow students to interact with business professionals as if they are in the real workplace.
Choose TDP
Today's youth are constantly faced with negativity. TDP is a place where they can go to focus on positive things and receive the encouragement they need to dream big. The students are not just learning business skills, they are developing leadership skills that can be applied to every aspect of their life.
Founder Fred Walker (right) speaking with students and parents after a workshop.
TDP workshops are offered at no cost to the students…
Please support us in our mission to keep our programs free by becoming a sponsor. Your monetary donation is an investment in our youth and future.
"It is easier to build strong children than repair broken men."
-Frederick Douglass
Become a Joint Venture Partner
If your organization would like to partner with TDP for a workshop session we would like to hear from you! Joint Venture opportunities are limited and require time and planning. As a JV you will enjoy the benefits of gaining community exposure while providing enriching life skills to the youth.
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Become a Guest Speaker
TDP is comprised of a group of business leaders who teach our workshops. Each workshop introduces a new guest speaker who shares their pesonal story on how they got started and struggles they have had to overcome. If you have a story that is sure to inspire please contact us to be considered as our next Guest Speaker or Mentor.
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Become an Official Sponsor
In addition to our six week workshops, events and speaking engagements, TDP offers continued mentorship and support to our youth- at no cost to the family. Our ultimate goal is to own and operate a learning center and provide transportation for all participants. With your support and generous monetary donation we will be able to reach this goal much sooner.
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real work. real life. real experiences.
This is not a simulated work environment. We teach our youth what its like to have real work deadlines, what its like to work within a real budget and make sacrifices in their life to commit 100%. We have a 0% drop out ratio. Are you ready to experience real life? Buckle up kids...it's gonna be a bumpy ride!!
real work. real life. real experiences.