Derek Birkley
About Derek Birkley
Derek Birkley serves as the RVP of Sales (Mid Market) at Hinge Health, where he has worked since 2024. He has extensive experience in sales and client success roles across various organizations, including Hinge Health and Limeade, and holds multiple degrees in healthcare and athletic administration.
Current Role at Hinge Health
Derek Birkley serves as the RVP of Sales (Mid Market) at Hinge Health, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he leads employer sales efforts across the Northeastern United States, focusing on groups with 2,000 to 6,000 lives. His responsibilities include guiding prospects through the entire sales cycle, which encompasses prospecting, creating Business Case Analyses, conducting product demonstrations, and managing contracting and implementation processes.
Previous Experience at Hinge Health
Prior to his current role, Derek Birkley worked at Hinge Health as the RVP of Sales (Emerging Markets) from 2021 to 2023. He also held the position of Senior Client Success Manager at the same company from 2020 to 2022. His experience at Hinge Health has contributed to his understanding of market dynamics and client needs in the healthcare sector.
Experience at Limeade
Derek Birkley has significant experience at Limeade, where he worked in various roles. He served as a Senior Strategic Account Executive for nine months in 2020 and as a Strategic Account Executive from 2017 to 2020. Additionally, he was an Onsite Well-Being Manager from 2016 to 2018. His tenure at Limeade provided him with insights into employee well-being solutions and strategic account management.
Educational Background
Derek Birkley holds an M.B.A. in Healthcare Administration from Tennessee Tech University, which he completed from 2015 to 2017. He also earned a Master's of Educational Administration in Athletic Administration from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln between 2005 and 2007. His undergraduate degree is a Bachelor's of Science in Kinesiology - Athletic Trainer from Louisiana State University, obtained from 2001 to 2005.
Contributions to Product Development
In his current role, Derek Birkley contributes to the future product roadmap at Hinge Health by providing strategic recommendations based on his market experience and clinical background. His insights help shape the development of products that meet the needs of clients and improve healthcare outcomes.