Derek McLaren

Derek McLaren has extensive experience in sales and engineering, currently serving as Lead Area Sales Manager for Banner Engineering since January 2015, where responsibilities include providing guidance, training, and technical support across multiple distribution modules. Prior roles include Application and Technical Sales Engineer at Youngblood Automation, and Controls Engineer positions at Meridian Lightweight Technologies, Visionary Technologies, Edscha North America, and Keykert USA, focusing on programming PLCs, robotics, and vision applications. Earlier in their career, Derek held positions such as Maintenance Supervisor at Leprino Foods and Sales Engineer at Industrial Control, managing customer relations and supporting engineered products. Derek holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management from Baker College, complemented by an educational background from Alpena Community College.