Profile:

Derek has 19 years of business development experience with a decade of expertise in CPG, and is the Co-Founder of JumpStart CPG, a premier Amazon agency specializing in the Consumer Packaged Goods space, based in Dallas, Texas. He is deeply passionate about empowering consumer goods entrepreneurs, and is an active leader in the DFW CPG community, serving as Co-Chair of the Events Committee and a founding board member. In addition to his work at JumpStart CPG, Derek also owns a specialized insurance agency serving the CPG and Tech industries, underscoring his commitment to being a true advocate and connector in the space.

Powers:

Derek excels at launching and scaling partnerships that drive growth and build stronger communities. His relationship-building skills play a key role in his ability to lead collaborative, innovative growth initiatives.

 Passions:

In his free time, Derek enjoys connecting with friends, hosting Rize Coffee Meetups (Fort Worth & Dallas), working out, and maintaining his title of Favorite Uncle.