Derek Newcom
CEO
Derek is the “O Captain! My Captain!” aboard the AOR vessel. In addition to applying his signature to a staggering sheaf of documents, Derek steers the vision, resources, and daily management of AOR. He’s also the main point of contact between our investors and executives. When he’s not at work, you can find him working at home.
Background
Derek is an entrepreneur with years of financial and operational experience. He holds an MBA from the Daniels College of Business at the University of Denver.
Specialties
- Human Resources and Finance
- Entrepreneurship and Operations
- Building BMX bike ramps for his son
Favorite Things
Riding ATV’s and fly fishing at his cabin, taking wilderness survival classes, and grilling out with his family.
Recent Blog Posts by Derek Newcom
Event Marketing — Why a Little Hospitality Goes a Long Way
Well-designed event marketing is the perfect way to engage with potential prospects in a live setting and begin to build long-lasting partnerships. In fact, 31% of marketers believe that event… Read more »
Top 8 SEO Factors for Hospitality Companies
With the ever-increasing growth of the travel industry over the years, hospitality companies such as hotels and restaurants are seeking new and creative ways to make their name known in… Read more »
How to Understand Your Website Users’ Behavior
A common misconception we face with our website design and development process is assuming we are the user. Because we live and breathe the business day in and day out,… Read more »