Professional Background
Through his career, Derek Taylor has been a consultant for organizations such as Gerson Lehman and CNBC as well as CEO of Global Solutions Group. Derek is also a frequently requested business trainer and speaker. Through his personable and interactive style, Derek engages the people at his trainings utilizing a hands on and practical approach that encourages them to re-balance, and together, they find the solutions to address the most complex business and management challenges.
Experience
With over fifteen years of corporate training experience, Dr. Taylor has built a solid foundation of knowledge and experience in financial management, SEC reporting, Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and risk management. Derek has developed custom business training courses for all levels of personnel ranging from entry level to senior executive staff.
Dr. Taylor is the designer and author of the “Budget Management Training for Non Profit Managers.” Using only proven approaches, this program guides participants to develop world-class solutions to their real-world problems. The “Budget Management Training for Non Profit Managers” is not a seminar, it’s a real-time business experience. The workshop is designed to examine the basics of budget management and develop meaningful financial communication between program and financial managers, create synergy, drive learning, and unleash action within the organization.
Derek’s balance of experience, dynamic presentation style, and understanding of adult learning principles allows him to speak with both assurance and credibility. Derek inspires his audience to create sustainable solutions that produce cyclical returns.
Education
Montgomery College – Bachelor of Arts
Columbia State University – Master of Business Administration
Columbia State University – Doctor of Business Administration
American University - Doctor of Philosophy
Certifications and Affiliations
Permanent California Basic Education Skills Teaching Certification or CBEST
National Association of Investment Companies
HUME Business Management
National Association of Corporate Real Estate Executives
