Derek started as our Lead Pastor in June 2023. Derek married his wife, Taylor, in 2017. They have one daughter, Aubrey. They also have a Jack Russell Terrier named Pauly. Derek has a dual bachelors degree in Business and in Human Resource Management at Wright State University. He is also studying full time at Winebrenner Theological Seminary, and plans to graduate in August 2023 where he will earn a Masters of Divinity. He enjoys watching hockey, football, and spending time with his family and friends in his free time.