Derek Gross

Derek Gross has a diverse work experience spanning over different companies and roles. Derek is currently working at the Canadian Football League as the Associate Vice President of Global Partnerships, a position they have held since February 2023. Prior to this role, they were the Senior Director of Global Partnerships at the same company from February 2020 to February 2023. Before joining the Canadian Football League, Derek held positions at Influence Marketing as the Senior Vice President of Sales, WE as the Head of Business Development, IMG as the Senior Director of Corporate Partnerships, and at the National Football League as the Director of Corporate Partnerships. Derek also worked at CCMC Sports as the Director of the Team Sports Division and as an Account Director. Derek's earlier work experience includes roles at Bronskill.xpd as the Director of Marketing & Strategic Development, Molson Sports & Entertainment as an Account Executive, and Xerox Canada as a National Account Manager.

Derek Gross completed a Bachelor's degree in Commerce (Honours) with a field of study in Human Resources Management from Ryerson University between 1997 and 2002. Additionally, they pursued a Bachelor's degree in Commerce (B.Com.) from RMIT University between 2000 and 2001.