Derek Newsom
- BS, Mechanical Engineering, University of the Pacific
- MS, Engineering, with specialization in Engineering Management, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
- MBA, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
- Six Sigma Black Belt
- Over 15 years of experience in global business and engineering leadership and management in a range of industries
- Executive experience as VP, CMO, CEO, and board member with large corporations, managing strategy, sales/marketing, operations, product development and engineering, manufacturing, and distribution
- Expert in devising and executing market strategies in a global business environment, as well as in managing multicultural organizations in emerging markets in China, India, Africa, and Latin America