Hey, I'm Derek—an advertising enthusiast with a knack for new business development.

My journey has taken me from LA to Seattle, and I honed my skills at George Fox University, majoring in Marketing and minoring in International Business. I continued my studies at the School of Visual Concepts, adding a dash of creativity to my business prowess. I even took my education abroad to Austria, diving into a semester-long program with a focus on music composition.

I go beyond the role of a client services team leader; consider me a strategist who helps clients transform their connection with audiences. Whether navigating a CMO through the complexities of digital marketing or supporting a social media manager with a 24-hour sentiment analysis, I delve into challenges, providing insights and implementing effective solutions. 

My track record includes heavy-hitting brands like Riot Games, Netflix, adidas, Microsoft, Amazon, and Starbucks. From motivating teams to crafting pitches, I consistently deliver exceptional outcomes and foster lasting client relationships. 

With over a decade in advertising and social media, steering high-tech and lifestyle brands, I've built trust, fostered lasting client connections, and propelled social-first strategies with a passion for tech and cultural relevance. Plus, I've snagged some silver and gold industry awards along the way.

In a world that's always changing, I stay adaptable, putting life at the center of it all. An avid fitness enthusiast and sports lover, I engage in around 200 classes annually, from HIIT to yoga, and always make time for a family board game night. 

Let's connect and navigate this ever-changing world together.