Derek Kelly

Derek Kelly is the Vice President of Market Development for Lumos, leading government affairs and expansion strategy initiatives. His team engages external partners within local and state government and the community to form public-private partnerships and increase Lumos’ impact in communities. Derek has more than 20 years of industry experience with leadership roles in sales, operations, and government relations. Derek also serves as the Virginia Broadband Industry Association president, promoting members’ interests that affect the broadband industry. He is also the vice-chairman of the Kramden Institute, a North Carolina non-profit focused on providing technology tools and training to bridge the digital divide.