Derek Hartley

Derek Hartley has extensive experience in marketing and communications roles. Derek began their career as a Content Developer/Writer for the Veterans United Network before transitioning to various positions at Veterans United Home Loans, where they served as an Online Marketing Coordinator, Marketing Project Manager, and Digital Marketing Strategist. Derek then worked as a Creative Content Manager at StorageMart, where they focused on branding and content marketing. Derek later joined Build-A-Bear Workshop as a Social Media Manager and Digital Marketing Manager, overseeing various digital marketing initiatives such as social media management, email marketing, paid digital media, and influencer marketing. Most recently, Derek served as the Director of Marketing and Communications at Ethos Preparedness, where they professionalized the marketing function and guided the marketing strategy for the company. Currently, they hold the position of Director of Brand & Marketing at Plancorp, LLC, where they oversee all aspects of the marketing department to support firm growth, brand integrity, and client experience.

Derek Hartley pursued their Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Communication and Media Studies from the University of Missouri-Columbia, completing their education from 2009 to 2013.