CEO, Inner Harbour Consulting, a British Columbia based management consulting firm, and a Consulting Partner at Cascadia Partners (also a local consulting firm). Both organizations help government and industry tackle complex problems. Derek has worked with clients in the public, private and non-profit sectors. A former Deputy Minister for the government of British Columbia, Derek was in the public service for more than 30 years. Derek first joined the foundation board in 1995. His role on the board is focused on improving the board’s relationships and partnerships with government and its agencies; governance; strategic policy and accountability; and developing projects to improve awareness about the importance of becoming a registered organ donor. Derek has a BSc from the University of Brandon and an MA from the University of Victoria. Derek and his wife Leslie have four grown children and five grandchildren, all of whom live in British Columbia.