Derek Van Volkom

Derek Van Volkom has extensive work experience in the field of advertising, marketing, PR, and integrated communications. Derek started their career at MCS Public Relations in 1995, where they served as an Account Executive. During their time there, they gained experience in PR and project management, working with clients such as Roche, Aventis, BristolMyers Squibb, and Merck. Derek also demonstrated their passion for mentoring by serving as an intern liaison and supervisor.

In 1998, Derek joined Lanmark360 as the Vice President of Account Services. In this role, they not only signed, retained, and grew the portfolio of healthcare, pharma, and medical device clients, but also worked closely with clients as an insider, contributing to various aspects of their business. Derek'sresponsibilities covered print collateral, traditional media, PR, loyalty programs, brand management, experiential marketing, and AI. Derek's contributions included crisis management and leading the organization through challenging times when several key contributors left the firm.

Later, Derek was promoted to Account Supervisor at Lanmark360 in 2003, where they managed account budgets and P&L, mentored and supervised account staff, and led an internal business development team. Additionally, they served as an Account Executive and Senior Account Executive at Lanmark360 from 1998 to 2003, during which they diversified the organization's client portfolio and demonstrated their crisis management skills and leadership.

Overall, Derek Van Volkom's work experience showcases their expertise in advertising, marketing, PR, and integrated communications, as well as their strong leadership, mentoring, and crisis management abilities.

Derek Van Volkom attended DePaul High from 1987 to 1991, where they did not receive a degree or study in a specific field. Following this, they enrolled at Montclair State University from 1992 to 1996, earning a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in English.