Derek Newbern

Derek Newbern is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in the telecommunications industry. Currently serving as Vice President, Client Partner Executive at Spirent Communications since July 2019, Derek has a proven track record in managing large-scale client relationships and leading high-performing teams. Prior to this role, Derek spent over a decade at Nokia, where key achievements included holding over $200M in P&L responsibility for the T-Mobile account, driving significant revenue growth, and overseeing multiple software solutions. With earlier positions at Dobson Cellular Systems, including Director of Network Operations with responsibility for a substantial budget and a large team, Derek's leadership is underscored by a solid educational background with an MBA and a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and Business from Tarleton State University.