Derek Z.
About Derek Z.
Derek Z. serves as the Senior Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis at Exploding Kittens, Inc. in Los Angeles, California, where he has worked since 2022, following a diverse career in financial roles at various companies.
Work at Exploding Kittens
Derek Z. serves as the Senior Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) at Exploding Kittens, Inc. since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing financial planning processes and providing insights to support strategic decision-making. His work involves analyzing financial data, developing budgets, and forecasting future financial performance. Based in Los Angeles, California, Derek contributes to the company's financial health and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at OpenX
Derek Z. has extensive experience at OpenX, where he held multiple roles in Corporate FP&A. He worked as a Senior Financial Analyst from 2016 to 2018, then progressed to Manager of Corporate FP&A from 2018 to 2020, and finally served as Senior Manager from 2020 to 2022. During his tenure, he implemented key performance indicators and conducted trend analysis to enhance business operations and support financial strategies.
Background in Financial Analysis
Before his time at OpenX, Derek Z. worked at Rockwell Collins from 2009 to 2016. He started as a Financial Analyst and advanced to Senior Financial Analyst. His responsibilities included developing innovative solutions for complex financial challenges and establishing processes to improve accuracy and efficiency in financial analysis. This experience provided him with a strong foundation in financial management and analysis.
Education and Expertise
Derek Z. holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from the University of Iowa - Henry B. Tippie College of Business, where he studied from 2003 to 2008. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill between 2013 and 2015. Additionally, he earned a Master of Arts (M.A.) from St. Ambrose University in 2011. His academic background supports his expertise in financial planning and analysis.