The Ukleja Center for Ethical Leadership invites you to join us as we honor Darick Simpson with the 2026 Nell and John Wooden Ethics in Leadership Award. For decades, Darick’s passion for youth leadership development has benefited our Long Beach community. In his current role as President of The Miller Foundation, his personal mission aligns with the foundation’s mission of investing resources in children living in vulnerable neighborhoods. Like Coach Wooden, Darick embodies the Ukleja Center’s core values of integrity, servant leadership, excellence, and empowerment. Come join us for the celebration!