Native New Mexican, born and raised in Albuquerque, NM and migrated west to Arizona to start college as a pre-med student at Northern Arizona University. He went to school for 7 years with the aspirations of becoming a doctor. While attending the University of Arizona, He decided to start his career in real estate in 1999. From Tucson, He went west again to Fabulous Las Vegas in 2001. He has been involved in real estate for over 25 years from brokering to purchasing, selling and investing in his own personal investments, including medical office, retail and convenience store projects. His real estate investment specialization and market area focus result in relationships with private and institutional clients.
He also uses exercise and setting boundaries for personal time to create a balance including setting appointments with himself for these activities. It allows avoiding burn out so he can always give 100% to his career, clients, business partners, co-workers, kids and himself. By dedicating all of his focus, resources and training to real estate sales and investment, he offers an unmatched level of experience and expertise.
Derek holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Zoology and a Minor in Chemistry with an emphasis in Medicine from Northern Arizona University as well as Graduate studies in Public Health at the University of Arizona. In addition to, a Business Management Degree in Convenience Store Operations from ChevronTexaco at Chevron University in San Ramon, CA. Derek currently is a commercial real estate broker advisor with Northcap Commercial, specializing in marketing, due diligence, sales and leasing, and brokered management. He was also a previous volunteer for United Way and a board member of NAHREP, a purpose-driven organization that is propelled by a passionate combination of entrepreneurial spirit, cultural heritage and the advocacy of its members.
