Derek Miller
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder
Promethean Investing
Los Angeles, California
09.2018 - Current
- Oversaw all aspects of operations including product development, marketing, sales, customer service and finance.
- Unified brand strategies and optimized financial operations consistently driving target market traffic.
- Evaluated new technologies for potential application in the organization's processes, specifically the use of artificial intelligence.
- Analyzed consumer trends data to optimize product offerings and services.
CFO
Zenki Dojo Inc.
Los Angeles, California
04.2020 - 04.2024
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends and recommend solutions cutting debt by 50%.
- Exceeded sales goals through upselling, cross-selling, and optimizing business, marketing, and sales strategies with target market expansion of over 1,000% in 4 years.
- Developed and implemented marketing, sales, and financial strategies increasing time and sales efficiency driving increased business revenue by 400% in 4 years.
- Facilitated resolution of conflicts between team members, clients, and management creating a cohesive, positive, and growth centered environment.
Director of Communications/Sales
Equities News
Culver City, California
10.2018 - 03.2019
- Drove product and service differentiation.
- Led team communication and product development.
- Managed product line adjustments and marketing strategies.
National Sales Executive
Reliant Funding
San Diego, California
12.2017 - 09.2018
- Specialized in working capital solutions for businesses.
- Utilized salespro techniques for sales efficiency.
Business Owner/CEO
New Wave Investments
San Diego, California
06.2010 - 12.2017
- Developed VPG Theory for investment management.
- Maintained strong client relationships with high retention rates.
Education
MBA - Business And Management
UCLA Anderson School of Management
Los Angeles06-2012
BBA - Marketing Management And Finance
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Slippery Rock, PASkills
- Ethics and integrity
- Visionary leadership
- Growth Mindset
- Trends Analysis
- Revenue development
- Customer Acquisition
- Goal Setting
- Strategic Vision
- Recruitment and hiring
- Revenue Generation
- Entrepreneurial and Innovative
- Investor Relations
- Project Management
- Process Improvement
- Multimedia storytelling
- Crisis Management
- Social Media Strategy
- Communications strategy
- Brand Messaging
- Product positioning
- Marketing strategy
- Brand Management
- Market Research Analysis
- Team Recruiting and Hiring
Timeline
CFO
Zenki Dojo Inc.
04.2020 - 04.2024
Director of Communications/Sales
Equities News
10.2018 - 03.2019
Founder
Promethean Investing
09.2018 - Current
National Sales Executive
Reliant Funding
12.2017 - 09.2018
Business Owner/CEO
New Wave Investments
06.2010 - 12.2017
MBA - Business And Management
UCLA Anderson School of Management
BBA - Marketing Management And Finance
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania