Derek Holt
About Derek Holt
Derek Holt is the Chief Executive Officer of Digital.ai, having previously served as General Manager of Intelligent DevOps at the same company. He has over 20 years of experience in technology leadership, including roles at IBM, K4Connect, and Startup America Partnership.
Current Role as Chief Executive Officer
Derek Holt serves as the Chief Executive Officer at Digital.ai, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he oversees the strategic direction and operational management of the company. His leadership focuses on driving innovation and enhancing the company's offerings in the technology sector.
Previous Experience at Digital.ai
Before becoming CEO, Derek Holt worked at Digital.ai as the General Manager of Intelligent DevOps from 2020 to 2023. In this capacity, he managed the DevOps business unit, contributing to the development and execution of strategies that improved operational efficiencies and product offerings.
Professional Background
Derek Holt has over 20 years of experience in technology leadership, spanning both large enterprises and startups. His career began at IBM, where he held various roles, including Program Director and Worldwide Sales Executive. He also served as President and Chief Operating Officer at K4Connect, a venture-backed IoT software company, from 2015 to 2020.
Education and Expertise
Derek Holt earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering from Penn State University, where he studied from 1997 to 2001. He later obtained a Master of Business Administration from Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business, completing his studies from 2007 to 2009. His educational background supports his extensive experience in technology and business development.
Founding Roles and Contributions
Derek Holt was a member of the founding executive team at Startup America Partnership, where he served as the Managing Director of Business Development from 2011 to 2013. His role involved fostering entrepreneurship and supporting startups in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. He also held leadership positions at Main Street Genome, focusing on growth in sales, marketing, and business development.