Derek started as our Lead Pastor in June 2023. Derek married his wife, Taylor, in 2017. They have one daughter, Aubrey. They also have a Jack Russell Terrier named Pauly. Derek has a dual bachelors degree in Business and in Human Resource Management at Wright State University. He studied at Winebrenner Theological Seminary, and graduated in July 2023 where he earned a Masters of Divinity. He enjoys watching hockey, football, and spending time with his family and friends in his free time.