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Social Media Celeb & Philanthropist Willem Ungermann/Willem Powerfish Uses Fame to Help Those in Need

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YouTube celebrity Willem Ungermann is best known by his social media handle, Willem Powerfish. On his channel you’ll find hilarious stunt and prank videos reminiscent of the Jackass-era of television trickery. Ungermann’s self-effacing style and wild sense of humor have helped him rack up more than 150K YouTube subscribers and nearly 300K followers on Instagram.

Recently, however, Ungermann has revealed his philanthropic side, posting videos of him helping out people in need. In one recent installment, Ungermann pays a visit to a local family in desperate need of assistance. The video is posted on his YouTube channel and has been used more than 95K times.

As the video opens, Ungermann explains the family’s saga. Mom, Donna, has been battling Primary Myelofibrosis, a rare blood cancer, for years. Her husband, Kevin, is drowning under a sea of medical debt and daughter, Amy, is in desperate need of a laptop for school that the family cannot afford. Ungermann credits his followers for making this kind of surprise giving possible. “When they buy my merchandise and watch my videos, good things can happen.”

Regarding his ability to give back, the social media phenom is refreshingly humble. “I’m lucky to be in the position I’m in right now. Thanks to social media, people can watch these videos and see—big or small—their giving really can make a difference.”

Cameras roll as Ungermann chats with Kevin while young Amy sits at her dad’s side (at the time of filming, Donna was hospitalized). Kevin reiterates the family’s struggles have been going on for years as Donna has bravely fought this disease. Ungermann then hands Kevin $5,000 in cash—and the look on Amy’s face as her father accepts the money is absolutely priceless. He then hands Amy a new MacBook laptop to use for school.

Kevin is humbled and tremendously grateful for the help. “This makes a huge difference for us. We can pay bills for a few months now and not have to worry. It’s amazing.”

As the video closes, Ungermann is surprisingly candid and grateful to his followers for making his philanthropy possible.

“If it weren’t for [my followers] we wouldn’t be able to do this.”

Ungermann promises his viewers more give-back videos in the future and encourages them to be a part of the movement, saying, “It’s good to give back—big or small—just give back.”

Wise words, indeed.

You can find Ungermann on social media via the handle @Willem_Powerfish.

Watch the wildly popular video by clicking here.

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Why Derik Fay Is Becoming a Case Study in Long-Haul Entrepreneurship

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Entrepreneurship today is often framed in extremes — overnight exits or public flameouts. But a small cohort of operators is being studied for something far less viral: consistency. Among them, Derik Fay has quietly surfaced as a long-term figure whose name appears frequently across sectors, interviews, and editorial mentions — yet whose personal visibility remains relatively limited.

Fay’s career spans more than 20 years and includes work in private investment, business operations, and emerging entertainment ventures. Though many of his companies are not household names, the volume and duration of his activity have made him a subject of interest among business media outlets and founders who study entrepreneurial longevity over fame.

He was born in Westerly, Rhode Island, in 1978, and while much of his early career remains undocumented publicly, recent profiles including recurring features in Forbes — have chronicled his current portfolio and leadership methods. These accounts often emphasize his pattern of working behind the scenes, embedding within businesses rather than leading from a distance. His style is often described by peers as “operational first, media last.”

Fay has also become recognizable for his consistency in leadership approach: focus on internal systems, low public profile, and long-term strategy over short-term visibility. At 46 years old, his posture in business remains one of longevity rather than disruption  a contrast to many of the more heavily publicized entrepreneurs of the post-2010 era.

While Fay has never publicly confirmed his net worth, independent analysis based on documented real estate holdings, corporate exits, and investment activity suggests a conservative floor of $100 million, with several credible indicators placing the figure at well over $250 million. The exact number may remain private  but the scale is increasingly difficult to overlook.

He is also involved in creative sectors, including film and media, and maintains a presence on social platforms, though not at the scale or tone of many personal-brand-driven CEOs. He lives with his long-term partner, Shandra Phillips, and is the father of two daughters — both occasionally referenced in interviews, though rarely centered.

While not an outspoken figure, Fay’s work continues to gain media attention. The reason may lie in the contrast he presents: in a climate of rapid rises and equally rapid burnout, his profile reflects something less dramatic but increasingly valuable — steadiness.

There are no viral speeches. No Twitter threads drawing blueprints. Just a track record that’s building its own momentum over time.

Whether that style becomes the norm for the next wave of founders is unknown. But it does offer something more enduring than buzz: a model of entrepreneurship where attention isn’t the currency — results are.

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