Leads WID's efforts in strategic planning,donor relations and stewardship of major gifts
About
Derrick L. Smith was raised in Long Beach, CA, but has lived in the Midwest for many years, including Chicago and now Madison. He was the Director of Strategic Planning and Special Projects for Catholic Charities of Madison and was the Area Manager for ThermoFisher Scientific. Derrick is the Chair of the Board of Directors for the Urban League of Greater Madison and is a founding member of 100 Black Men of Madison, a mentoring organization for disadvantaged youth. He also serves on the Foundation Board of Agrace Hospice.
Education
B.S., Biochemistry, George Williams College, U.S. Air Force Academy