Derek Forte
About Derek Forte
Derek Forte is the Employee & Labor Relations Director at NYU Langone Hospital – Long Island, with extensive experience in employee relations and compliance.
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Derek Forte currently holds the position of Employee & Labor Relations Director at NYU Langone Hospital – Long Island. Previously, he served as Employee Relations Director at NYU Winthrop Hospital.
Current Role at NYU Langone Health
Since 2019, Derek Forte has been serving as the Employee & Labor Relations Director at NYU Langone Hospital – Long Island. In this role, he oversees employee and labor relations initiatives, ensuring compliance with relevant employment laws and fostering a positive work environment.
Previous Positions at NYU Langone Health
Before his current position, Derek Forte was a Team Leader at NYU Langone Health from 2018 to 2019 in Manhattan, NY. Prior to that, he held the role of Employee & Labor Relations Manager from 2013 to 2018, where he managed labor relations and employee engagement.
Work Experience at Saks Fifth Avenue
Derek Forte worked as an Employee Relations Specialist II at Saks Fifth Avenue from 2012 to 2013. He also served as an Employee Relations Specialist from 2011 to 2012. Both roles were based in Manhattan, NY and involved handling employee relations and compliance issues.
Background and Education
Derek Forte holds a BS in Business Administration from Lincoln University, which he completed between 2001 and 2004. He also studied Marketing at New York City Technical College. His education has provided a strong foundation for his expertise in employment law, performance management, and compliance issues.
Skills and Expertise
Derek Forte's professional skills include FLSA Compliance, Wage & Hour Compliance, Form I9 Compliance, and Policy Interpretation. He is also skilled in Performance Management and Employment Law. Furthermore, he possesses a background in marketing and online media, as well as videography skills.