National Security Consultant, Geopolitical Strategist, Media Commentator
National Security Consultant, Geopolitical Strategist, Media Commentator
Airborne Ranger Infantry Officer and decorated ARMY Colonel Ret., including a Bronze Star and multiple Meritorious Service Medals. American Legion member and supporter of multiple veteran groups. He transitioned into government service as a Senior Intelligence Executive.
Lead Investigator and Senior Advisor to the House Permanent Select Intelligence Committee, U.S. Congress, White House National Security Council serving President Donald J. Trump. Elected Member, Board of County Commissioners, Washington County, since December 6, 2022.
Adjunct professor stints at the University of Maryland, Central Texas College, and Carnegie Mellon University Fellow. As a Professor and Research Institute Director at the University of South Florida, he focused on supporting local governments with insights to help with smarter decision-making in conflict strewn societies.
Brings understanding to global issues and key leaders across the Middle East, China, U.S national security and defense policy topics including the inter-agency, intelligence systems, and international terrorist networks and threats.
Despite a pre-interview, anchors have last minute thoughts and often change topics right as the 'on air' light flips to record. Derek's background as an analyst makes him a unique guest able to fully consider regional and broader geo-political consequences, anticipate issues, effectively frame problems, and explain complex issues, routinely shifting from a single topic to quickly discussing a range of solutions and ideas.
Derek understands the sound bite. Whether short slots, shared segments with multiple guests, or 60 minute sit down in-depth discussions or lectures, Derek is a guest who respects the clock, commercial breaks and still--perfectly summarize answers within time parameters to provide knowledge based assessments to engage public viewers. He identifies obscure but salient points, skillfully considers implications and is able to present solutions and explain complex subject matter so others can understand.
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