Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Derek Dearwater is an accomplished Chief Revenue Officer with extensive experience driving revenue growth and operational excellence across the consumer products and retail industries. He leverages his deep expertise in sales, marketing, and strategic leadership to propel organizations to new levels of success.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Chief Revenue Officer at KOS since 2020, Derek is responsible for overseeing all revenue-generating functions, including sales, marketing, and business development. He has played a pivotal role in streamlining processes, implementing data-driven strategies, and fostering a high-performing, collaborative team to achieve KOS's ambitious growth targets.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Derek served as the President of Naturade, where he led the company's turnaround and transformation into a leading natural products brand. He has also held various senior leadership positions at organizations such as Natural Products Retail Solutions, Christmas Bowl, Niche Products, and Bond Laboratories, among others. Throughout his career, Derek has consistently demonstrated his ability to drive revenue growth, improve operational efficiency, and build strong, successful teams.
Academic Background
Derek holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Arizona, where he graduated with honors.
Areas of Expertise
- Revenue growth and sales strategy
- Marketing and brand management
- Operational optimization and process improvement
- Team building and leadership
- Strategic planning and execution
- Mergers, acquisitions, and integration
Professional Impact
Under Derek's leadership, Naturade experienced a remarkable turnaround, with significant improvements in both revenue and profitability. He has also played a pivotal role in expanding the reach and market share of the natural products brands he has represented, driving innovation and positioning them for long-term success.
Conclusion
With his proven track record of driving revenue growth, operational excellence, and team development, Derek Dearwater is a highly sought-after Chief Revenue Officer. He is committed to leveraging his extensive experience and strategic expertise to help organizations navigate the evolving consumer products and retail landscapes and achieve their ambitious growth goals.