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
“People-first” in 2020
“Dumpster Fire. Crap Shoot. End of Days…” This is the year of “recaps” like never before. What can one say about 2020 that hasn’t already been said, lamented, and laughed… Read more »
Higher Education Marketing During a Pandemic
This fall, whether students are grabbing their laptops and logging in from home or unpacking their masks, hand sanitizers, and anxieties in the dorms, college looks different in ways no… Read more »
Top COVID-19-Induced Hospitality Trends | Part 1: Hotels
Nearly every industry is experiencing an onslaught of new, unpredicted trends as a result of the equally unexpected pandemic we’re currently living through — and hospitality is no exception. Along… Read more »