Derek Crawford

Derek Crawford is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in government affairs and policy analysis. Currently serving as Senior Director of State Government Affairs at Altria since November 2018, Derek has held various leadership roles in the field, including Director of Policy Analysis & Legislative Research at Altria and positions at The Kraft Heinz Company and Kraft Foods Group, where Derek focused on U.S. Government Affairs. Derek's career began in the public sector, with key positions in the State of Delaware and the City of Wilmington. Academically, Derek holds a Master's degree in Applied Economics from the University of Delaware and has pursued advanced studies in Industrial Economics at Temple University, alongside a Bachelor's degree in Management and Economics from Widener University.