Derek is a dynamic and strategic leader serving as the Associate Director for Pinkerton in Chicago, IL. With a robust foundation in military leadership and management consulting, he excels in crafting innovative solutions and enhancing client partnerships through trust and collaboration. Derek's diverse educational experiences across the U.S. and Europe have honed his ability to align people, strategy, and purpose effectively, delivering impactful, long-term outcomes and fostering meaningful relationships.

Career Highlights

  • Innovative Leader: Spearheaded the creation of a reliability department, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and uptime for a major steel manufacturer.
  • International Coordinator: Successfully directed a complex multinational military exercise, improving intergovernmental communication and overseeing vital operations directives.

Work Experience

Derek sharpened his leadership and decision-making skills in the US military, effectively leading diverse teams and managing complex operations. Transitioning into program management, he enhanced his strategic planning and process optimization capabilities, driving significant operational improvements. In management consulting, Derek developed a keen business acumen, adeptly resolving client challenges with impactful solutions. 

At Pinkerton, he combines military discipline with consulting insights to forge strong client partnerships and drive innovative strategies. His global perspective, informed by an international education, enables him to align strategy with practical solutions, fostering robust relationships and delivering measurable success. Derek remains committed to leveraging these skills to deliver client-focused solutions that propel growth and innovation, while cultivating trust through integrity, vigilance, and excellence.

Education & Training

  • MA in International Relations, IE University, Madrid, Spain
  • BS in Marketing, University of Tampa, Tampa, FL

Skills

  • Client Relationship Management
  • Strategy Implementation
  • Leadership Development
  • Cross-Functional Leadership & Communications
  • Data Analytics & Insight Generation

Affiliations

  • ASIS International
  • ASIS Chicago Chapter

Language(s)

  • English (native)
  • German (fluent)
  • Spanish (beginner)