Derek Protopapas

Derek Protopapas is currently a Senior Marketing Manager at LinkedIn, where they focus on aligning strategic planning and business resources to maximize project impact. With a background as an Account Director at GSW Advertising from 2016 to 2021, they managed significant agency accounts and cultivated strong client relationships. Earlier roles include Account Manager at Questline and Digital Account Manager at Epsilon, where they spearheaded email marketing initiatives for major brands like Olive Garden. Derek earned a Master’s Degree in Marketing & Communication from Franklin University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing and Economics from Capital University. Additionally, they serve as the Marketing Chair for the Columbus Greek Festival.