Founder & Program Director

The Dream Kings Leadership Program

Youth Development Leader | Speaker | Entrepreneur | Radio Host

William Malcolm is the Founder & Program Director of The Dream Kings Leadership Program, a youth leadership and mentoring organization dedicated to helping young men discover their purpose, develop confidence, and build the skills needed to succeed in school, careers, and life.

Founded in 2015, The Dream Kings Leadership Program partners with schools, districts, and community organizations to provide leadership development, public speaking, social-emotional wellness, financial literacy, career exploration, project-based learning, and character development programming for young men in grades 4 through 12. The program is built on the belief that every young man deserves positive role models, meaningful opportunities, and the support needed to reach his full potential. Through engaging mentorship experiences and real-world learning opportunities, Dream Kings empowers young men to become confident leaders, effective communicators, and productive members of their communities.

Leadership & Community Impact

For more than 15 years, William has served as a business owner, social entrepreneur, mentor, speaker, and community leader committed to creating positive change throughout Metro Detroit.

Under his leadership, The Dream Kings Leadership Program has grown to serve thousands of young men and currently impacts hundreds of students annually through school-based and community partnerships. The organization has partnered with schools, community organizations, businesses, civic leaders, and professional sports organizations to help develop the next generation of leaders.

William also played a key role in launching and leading The Hidden Genius Project's Detroit site, a nationally recognized technology leadership organization focused on equipping young men with technical skills, entrepreneurial thinking, and leadership development opportunities.

Media & Public Engagement

William is the host of The William Malcolm Morning Show, a weekly radio program on FM 101.5 & AM 1500 WLQV Detroit, dedicated to leadership, entrepreneurship, personal growth, community impact, and inspiring individuals to reach their highest potential. Through his work in schools, on the air, and throughout the community, William continues to advocate for youth development, mentorship, education, leadership, and opportunities that help young people build successful futures.

Honors & Recognition

William's commitment to service, leadership, and community impact has earned numerous honors and recognitions, including:

• Detroit Regional Chamber Fusion Award
• Vanguard Award
• Molina Community Champions Award
• Black Male Engagement Award
• Spirit of Detroit Award
• Michigan Chronicle Man of Excellence Award
• Black Enterprise Modern Man Recognition
• Beautiful Machine Magazine 2026 CLOUT Award Honoree

Mission

William's mission is to help young people build strong, productive futures and live lives filled with:

PASSION. PURPOSE. & POWER.