Derek Petridis

Derek Petridis, CPA, serves as the Chief Financial Officer and Principal at Shikatani Lacroix Design since 2011 and also holds the Chief Financial Officer position at SLDNXT since May 2017. With extensive experience in financial management, Derek has contributed to various boards, including the Director position at FEI Canada and membership in the CVCA since 2013. Prior roles include Director of Finance at The Hive (2007-2010) and Senior Director of Finance & Operations at Access Cash GP/EzeeATM (2006-2007). Derek's expertise encompasses overseeing accounting functions, leading financial strategy, managing multi-company consolidations, and implementing financial systems, all while mentoring staff and negotiating contracts. Derek holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Western University and is a member of the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada and Financial Executives International.