Derek Pennington
About Derek Pennington
Derek Pennington is a Field Sales Manager at FLEETCOR, where he has worked since 2017 in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. He has a proven track record of exceeding sales quotas and has previously held sales positions at Excell Marketing, AmeriPride Services, and Aramark.
Work at FLEETCOR
Derek Pennington has served as a Field Sales Manager at FLEETCOR since 2017. He operates within the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, where he manages sales teams across multiple states, including Texas, Kansas, Tennessee, Arizona, Utah, and Oklahoma. His role focuses on simplifying business-related expenses for clients. Under his leadership, the team has achieved significant sales performance, including exceeding quotas consistently.
Previous Experience in Sales
Before joining FLEETCOR, Derek Pennington held various sales positions. He worked as a Sales Executive at AmeriPride Services from 2014 to 2017 in the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area. Prior to that, he was an Account Executive at Aramark from 2012 to 2014. He also served as an Area Representative at Excell Marketing from 2010 to 2012 in Lake Elsinore, California. Throughout his career, he has consistently surpassed sales goals and quotas.
Sales Achievements
Derek Pennington has demonstrated strong sales capabilities throughout his career. He achieved 127% to quota in the first quarter of FY22 and 106% to quota in the second quarter of FY21. Additionally, he exceeded sales expectations with 115% to quota in the first quarter of FY21 and achieved 140% to quota in the fourth quarter of FY21. He was inducted into the Chairman's Club in FY20, recognizing his outstanding sales achievements.
Education and Expertise
Derek Pennington studied at Brandman University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. His educational background supports his expertise in understanding client needs and enhancing sales strategies. This academic foundation contributes to his effective management of sales teams and his ability to drive performance in various markets.