Derek Kahle

Derek Kahle is an experienced brand and merchandising professional with a career spanning several decades in the apparel industry. Currently serving as Brand Manager at Diversified Apparel Group Ltd. since March 2024, Derek has also been the Director of Merchandising at Portabella since February 2013. Prior positions include Retail Manager at Porta Bella Group from February 2012 to March 2013 and Multi Store Director at Daniel Lee Industries (Gatsby) from October 1985 to February 2012. Derek holds an Associate's degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences from Oakland Community College, where studies were completed between 1981 and 1984, and graduated from Berkley High School in 1981.