Derek Hess

Derek Hess has a diverse work experience in the media industry. Derek started their most recent position as SVP, Video Investment at Spark Foundry in 2022. Prior to that, Derek worked as a Principal at Equanimity Enterprises from 2020 to 2022. Derek also held the role of Director, Multimedia Sales at HC2 Holdings Inc from 2019 to 2020. Derek's previous positions include VP Advertising Sales at Fuse Media, Inc. from 2014 to 2019, VP at Madison Square Garden Company from 2011 to 2014, VP at Crown Media Holdings, Inc. from 2007 to 2011, and Account Manager at MTV Networks from 2005 to 2007. Derek also served as an Account Executive at FX and Fox Cable Networks from 2003 to 2007.

Derek Hess obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Marketing from the University of Colorado Boulder. Derek also holds a certification in Digital Media Salesperson from the IAB.