Derek Braun

Derek Braun, CFA, is a seasoned finance professional with extensive experience in financial planning and analysis. Currently serving as the Sr. Finance Manager at EverDriven since September 2025 and a Board Member at Nurture KC since June 2025, Derek previously held the position of Director of FP&A at FairWave Specialty Coffee Collective, where leadership in strategic finance across a diverse portfolio of coffee brands was instrumental in driving growth. Prior roles include Manager of FP&A and Senior Financial Analyst at H&R Block, where significant contributions were made to financial modeling and forecasting, as well as a Rotational Financial Analyst. Derek's early career encompassed roles such as Mechanic and Customer Service Representative at Cycle City, Marketing Intern at Heartland Soccer Association, Market Research Analyst Intern at Superb, and Soccer Coach at Harambe FC. Educational credentials include a Master of Science in Management and Finance from the University of Sussex and a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Finance from Park University.