Derek Yagi
About Derek Yagi
Derek Yagi is a Senior Technical Recruiter at Prosum, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive recruitment experience across various industries and has received multiple awards for his performance.
Current Role at Prosum Technology Services
Derek Yagi currently serves as a Senior Technical Recruiter at Prosum Technology Services, a position he has held since 2021. He works remotely to support the Los Angeles division from El Segundo, California. In this role, he utilizes his extensive recruitment experience to identify and attract top talent across various technical disciplines.
Previous Experience in Recruitment
Prior to his current role, Derek Yagi worked at Prosum as a Technical Recruiter from 2019 to 2021. His recruitment career began at Michael Page, where he served as a Talent Resourcing Specialist from 2014 to 2016. He also held positions at Hybrid Apparel, initially as a Junior Recruiter from 2016 to 2017 and later as a Recruiter from 2017 to 2019, both in Cypress, California.
Education and Academic Background
Derek Yagi holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration and Management from the University of Oregon - Charles H. Lundquist College of Business. He also studied Chinese at the University of Oregon and attended East China Normal University, further enhancing his academic credentials.
Diverse Recruitment Expertise
Derek Yagi possesses a diverse recruitment background, having worked across multiple industries including Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Procurement/Supply Chain, Apparel Product Development, Engineering, Graphic Design, Fashion Design, Software Engineering, Product/Project Management, and general IT. This breadth of experience allows him to effectively address the unique hiring needs of various sectors.
Awards and Recognition
Throughout his career at Prosum, Derek Yagi has received several awards that highlight his contributions and performance. He was recognized with the Rising Star Award in 2019, Rookie of the Year Award in 2020, Sophomore of the Year Award in 2021, and Top Producer Award in 2022. Additionally, he has been a part of the Performer's Club at Prosum for three consecutive years: 2020, 2021, and 2022.