Derrick A. Colbert is a seasoned leader in the national non-profit sector, overseeing workforce development initiatives across key regions including Washington, DC, Baltimore, Dallas, Ohio, California, Nevada, and Chicago. With a proven track record in strategic planning, relationship-building, and team leadership—currently managing over 270 staff—he is highly regarded for his ability to identify and cultivate quality in workforce programs.
His greatest professional accomplishment includes serving as a liaison to Washington, DC Mayor Muriel Bowser for nine years, while personally he celebrates 26 years of marriage with his wife, Juanita. Mr. Colbert is affiliated with respected organizations such as Forbes Black, the Cornell Club, and Grapevine DC. He has received several awards, including the Management Strategy Institute Award and the Creator of Success Award from the HOINFER Group in London.
Mr. Colbert is also a mentor, chess enthusiast, and nature lover. He credits his success to the guidance of his parents—his mother, Sandra, a long-serving USDA official, and his late father, Francis, a political advisor. Looking forward, he aims to continue his impact as a Chief Strategy Officer or CEO, driven by the values instilled by his mentors, family, and commitment to service.