Derek Ford 🗓️ Restaurant Tech
About Derek Ford 🗓️ Restaurant Tech
Derek Ford is a SLED Business Development Representative at Anaplan, specializing in restaurant technology. He has extensive experience in business development and client relations across various roles in the hospitality sector.
Work at Anaplan
Derek Ford serves as a SLED Business Development Representative at Anaplan, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on the state and local government sector, negotiating terms and closing deals to ensure customer satisfaction. He conducts thorough needs assessments to understand clients' business requirements and pain points, particularly in the hospitality industry. His responsibilities include developing customized proposals and solutions that align with client needs.
Current Role at SpotOn
Derek Ford is currently an Account Executive at SpotOn, where he has worked since 2023. In this capacity, he presents SpotOn's point-of-sale solutions to clients, tailoring features and benefits to meet their specific requirements. He provides ongoing support and guidance, acting as a trusted advisor in the restaurant technology space. His role requires him to stay updated on industry trends and competitor offerings to maintain a competitive edge.
Previous Experience in Business Development
Derek Ford has extensive experience in business development across various organizations. Before joining Anaplan, he worked at Zoom as a Business Development Representative for state and local government from 2021 to 2023. He also held the position of Business Development Manager at GreatNight for two months in 2024. His earlier roles include working at ALTA Language Services, Inc. as a Business Development Representative from 2015 to 2019 and as an Account Executive at Soliant from 2019 to 2020.
Education and Expertise
Derek Ford holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English from Fort Valley State University. He also completed his secondary education at Westlake High School. His educational background supports his roles in business development and client engagement, particularly in understanding and communicating complex solutions in the hospitality and restaurant technology sectors.
Teaching Experience
Derek Ford has a background in education, having worked as an ESL Instructor at the Interactive College of Technology from 2015 to 2020. He also served as an Admissions Specialist at the same institution for 11 months in 2020. His teaching experience contributes to his ability to communicate effectively and understand diverse client needs.