Derek serves as the Program Manager of Partnerships and Business Development at CapMetro. In his role, he oversees the CapMetro for Business program, transit pass agreements with local government organizations and universities, and non-fare revenue programs like transit advertising.

Prior to joining the agency, Derek contributed to reshaping how individuals navigate from point A to B at car2go and Spin. At car2go, he played a role in the marketing of the free-floating carshare service and encouraged employers to add carshare as a commuter benefit. Subsequently, at Spin, he collaborated closely with municipalities and community organizations to advance safety, equity, accessibility goals for shared scooter and bike systems.

Derek is an alumnus of Portland State University, where he holds a BA in Marketing.