DK Brand Collective
What We Do
Trusted by organizations seeking stronger leadership, communication, accountability, and workplace culture.
DK Brand Collective is a certified Black woman-owned and minority-owned leadership and organizational culture consulting firm based in Connecticut.
Every engagement is led directly by Founder and Principal Consultant Kelly Houston and Lead Trainer and Executive Coach Derek Jones, providing clients with consistent guidance from the first conversation through the final follow-up.
Our work is guided by the proprietary DDP Framework™—Desire, Drive, and Purpose—a people-focused approach that connects individual growth, leadership development, and organizational performance.
Our Programs
Leadership Development Programs
Customized, multi-session programs that strengthen communication, accountability, leadership confidence, and team performance across your organization.
Leadership Events and Experiences
Strategic planning and coordination for leadership retreats, team celebrations, workshops, and organizational gatherings designed to reflect your culture and goals.
Executive and Organizational Coaching
Individual and organizational coaching for executives, directors, managers, and emerging leaders navigating growth, change, performance challenges, or leadership transitions.
DDP Certified Partner™ Program
Our signature year-long partnership combines customized leadership development, executive coaching, organizational assessments, accountability, progress measurement, and employee recognition.
Who We Work With
Great childcare teams are built on strong people. We help directors and staff lead with confidence and grow into the kind of team that sets the standard.
Childcare & Youth Programs
You’ve built something worth being proud of. We help you develop the leaders that take your organization from good to exceptional.
Corporate & Pro Teams
Nonprofit Organizations
You're already doing meaningful, powerful work. We help your internal culture and leadership match the impact you deliver.
Retail &
Hospitality
Your service is only as strong as the team delivering it. We help retail and hospitality leaders build the culture that turns service into an experience people return for.
Who You're Working With
Kelly Houston — Founder & Principal Consultant
Kelly brings more than 20 years of experience in operational leadership, youth development, staff development, and organizational culture. She currently leads within the childcare sector, overseeing hiring, team development, budgeting, program operations, and multi-level leadership systems.
Her hands-on experience gives DK Brand Collective direct insight into the challenges organizations face as they grow, strengthen teams, and prepare leaders for greater responsibility. Kelly is also completing her MBA in Marketing at Post University.
Derek Jones — Lead Trainer & Executive Coach
Derek brings more than 20 years of experience in corporate leadership, banking, facilitation, coaching, and team development. As a Certified Corporate Trainer and Master Business Coach, he currently serves as a Vice President and Team Leader in the financial industry, where he leads a nationally recognized high-performing team.
He is a Marquis Who’s Who honoree and has received multiple awards for leadership, customer service, and team performance.
Together, Kelly and Derek combine real-world operational leadership, corporate experience, coaching, and organizational development to help clients strengthen both people and performance.
Credentials & Affiliations
DK Brand Collective brings together recognized training credentials, business certifications, community involvement, and media visibility.
BBB Accredited — A+ Rating
Member, West Hartford Chamber of Commerce
Certified Black Woman-Owned Small Business (MBE/WBE)
Certified Corporate Trainer — Six Sigma Global Institute
Featured on FOX61 News
These credentials reflect our commitment to professional standards, community engagement, and delivering trusted leadership and organizational development services.
Ready to Elevate Your Organization?
Prefer to connect directly? Email info@dkbrandcollective.com or call (959) 263-5876.