I had the pleasure of working with Derek as a designer for 8+ years at Salesforce. Derek is one of the most hardworking, dedicated, and talented designers that I have ever managed. His ability to solve complex UX problems, craft beautiful imagery, and scale work across all channels is a game changer for any Creative Director. He brings a productivity and "get it done" mindset that helped our brand get to market quickly and effectively. I would recommend Derek as a designer to any in-house or agency team looking for an experienced, detail-oriented, and innovative member of the creative team.

I am so impressed with Derek. He was on my team leading creative strategy and used his creative and UX expertise to help grow pipeline and engagement through the website for multiple years. He has a great mind for creating beautiful brand imagery that also drives a user to engage and convert. That is truly the gold standard for a creative: someone who is a skilled artist and also understands how to turn creative towards a business use case.

I highly recommend Derek for any creative role, especially when the creative will align to business growth. He's incredibly talented, collaborative, and a true joy to work with.

I worked with Derek as a direct collaborator for years, and even as a team lead for some time. I can only say glowing things about him as a teammate and contributor. He brings a sharp eye to every project with absolute dependability. Derek always meets or exceeds expectations, applies a vision and inspiration to his work, and he's a great communicator, to boot. Even in ambiguous circumstances he sets a plan and delivers, even if it means adjusting to shifted priorities. He's exactly who you'd want to work with, and who you'd want working for you.