Derek Gillespie

Derek Gillespie has extensive experience in IT management and support, currently serving as IT Manager and former Senior Systems Administrator at Applied Data Finance since October 2015. Prior to this role, Derek worked as a Senior Help Desk Specialist at The Ken Blanchard Companies, providing desktop support for over 350 employees. Previous positions include Help Desk Tech at Execpro Inc., IT Specialist at Computer Geeks, and Computer Technician at Green Bear Technologies. Derek began a career in retail at Trader Joe's before pursuing education in film and liberal arts, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Chapman University and an Associate's degree from Grossmont College.