Derek Pelkey

Derek Pelkey currently serves as a Preservation Specialist at Goosehead Insurance Agency, where the focus is on maintaining client insurance coverage through exceptional support and conflict resolution. In addition to this role, Derek works as an Account Executive at Tiger Car Rentals L.L.C. Previously, Derek held the position of Chief Executive Officer at Regional Finance from November 2022 to May 2023 and gained valuable experience as a Branch Operations Intern at Turo. Derek also served as an All Star Host at University of Missouri Health Care, a Security Officer at Triple Canopy, and a Force Protection Officer at Pats Peak Ski Area. Before entering the civilian workforce, Derek completed a tenure with the United States Marine Corps as an Infantry Team Leader. Derek holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Missouri-Columbia, earned between 2021 and 2023.