Derek Willis is the Founder and Managing Partner of Etowah Capital Partners, where they focus on bridging the funding gap for growth-stage companies in the Southeast's national security technology sector. They previously served as a Senior Investment Manager at SCRA from 2008 to 2024 and played a pivotal role in technology commercialization as the Founder of Digital Rome Technology Incubator from 2001 to 2003. Derek has also held significant positions including Member of the Board of Directors at Integrated Biometrics and Strategic Advisor roles at McQ Inc. and Bavovna AI. In addition to their extensive venture capital experience, they have contributed to various economic development initiatives and served as a Vice Chairman in multiple technology-related organizations. Derek earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media Studies from Berry College.
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