Derek Beck, a 20-year U.S. Navy veteran, is the founder and CEO of Blue Summit, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business providing high-impact workforce development services to a diverse range of clients, including federal agencies and military units, multi-national corporate teams, university systems, early- and mid-career professionals, and transitioning service members. Since its launch in 2019, Derek has led Blue Summit through remarkable year-over-year growth with a commitment to his pillars of customer focus, simplicity, and speed. A dedicated advocate for lifelong learning and helping others prepare for the future of work, Derek is passionate about modernizing the professional development experience by incorporating modern adult learning principles with high-end visual storytelling. His professional interests include instructional design, graphic and motion design, 2D and 3D animation, cinematography, and unlocking AI-powered workflows to enhance his skill sets. Personally, Derek enjoys CrossFit, playing guitar, and relaxing days on the lake. Derek’s credentials include an MBA and multiple industry certifications, including PMP, CPMAI, PMI-ACP, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, and Prosci Change Management Professional.