Derek Ephrem

Derek Ephrem is currently the Director Economic Development at the Orlando Economic Partnership. Prior to this role, Derek has held various positions in economic development including Senior Director Economic Development at Enterprise Florida, Inc., Acting Economic Development Coordinator at Banyule City Council, and Economic Development Coordinator at the Council of Mayors (SEQ). Derek also has experience as a Business Development Manager at the Australian Trade and Investment Commission and Manager of Investment Attraction at Brisbane Marketing. Derek's expertise lies in attracting investment, promoting sustainable growth, and developing regional economic development strategies. Derek holds a Bachelor of Science degree from California State University, Long Beach.