Derrek Davis

Derrek Davis has had a diverse range of work experience. Derrek began their career as a Budget Analyst at the Department of Finance in 2000. In 2001, they transitioned to the role of Information Resources Planner at the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts and later became a Senior Information Systems Internal Auditor. From 2008 to 2011, Derrek worked as a Senior Procurement Analyst at the Texas State Council on Competitive Government. In 2003, they also served as an Adjunct Professor at Austin Community College. Since 2011, Derrek has been actively involved in various roles at Civic Initiatives, including Engagement Director, Chief Operations Officer, and Director of Engagements. At Civic Initiatives, Derrek managed numerous consulting engagements and led procurement assessment projects for public sector organizations. Derrek was also responsible for the development of procurement manuals and the implementation of transformation projects to improve efficiency and automation in procurement practices.

Derrek Davis earned a Bachelor's degree in Government - International Relations from California State University-Sacramento, where they studied from 1989 to 1994. Derrek further pursued their education at the same institution and obtained a Master's degree in International Affairs from 1994 to 2001. In addition to their formal education, Derrek has obtained several certifications throughout their career. Derrek became a Certified Procurement Professional from NIGP: The Institute for Public Procurement in March 2021. In January 2021, they acquired the Smartsheet Product Certified User certification from Smartsheet. In May 2014, they achieved the Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) designation from the UPPCC - Universal Public Procurement Certification Council. It is also mentioned that Derrek holds the CTPM credential from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts and the PMP certification from the Project Management Institute, although the specific details such as the obtained month and year are not provided.