Derek Epps
About Derek Epps
Derek Epps serves as the Multicultural & Lifestyle Marketing Manager at Brown-Forman, where he has worked since 2023. With over a decade of experience in sales and marketing, he specializes in developing strategies that engage diverse consumer segments.
Work at Brown-Forman
Derek Epps currently serves as the Multicultural & Lifestyle Marketing Manager at Brown-Forman, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on developing marketing strategies that engage diverse consumer segments and enhance brand awareness through strategic partnerships. Prior to this role, he worked as the Region Multicultural Manager - West at Brown-Forman from 2021 to 2023, where he contributed to the company's multicultural marketing efforts in the western region of the United States.
Experience at Saterman Connect
Since 2021, Derek Epps has been involved with Saterman Connect as a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Collaborator. In this capacity, he collaborates on initiatives aimed at promoting diversity and inclusion within the organization. His role reflects his commitment to fostering an inclusive environment in the workplace.
Previous Roles at E. & J. Gallo Winery
Derek Epps has held multiple positions at E. & J. Gallo Winery, contributing to various aspects of marketing and brand management. He served as the Events & Multicultural Partnerships Manager for four months in 2021, and prior to that, he worked as the Multicultural Marketing Manager from 2019 to 2021. His tenure also includes roles as Area Manager for Barefoot Wine & Bubbly, Event Marketing Strategist, and Field Brand Marketing Specialist, accumulating significant experience in multicultural marketing and brand strategy.
Education and Expertise
Derek Epps has a strong educational background in marketing and diversity. He studied at Johnson C. Smith University, where he earned a degree in Marketing from 1999 to 2003. He furthered his education at Cornell University ILR School, obtaining an Advanced Professional Certificate in Diversity & Inclusion from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, he completed the Business Foundations Specialization in Introduction to Marketing through Wharton Online during the same period.
Career Overview
Derek Epps has over a decade of experience in national-level sales and experiential marketing within the consumer goods industry. His career includes various roles that emphasize multicultural marketing and brand engagement. He has a proven track record of developing innovative marketing strategies that effectively engage diverse consumer segments, demonstrating his expertise in driving growth through tailored marketing initiatives.