Chief Executive Officer
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Aug 2018 - Present
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CEO @ Marcus Samuelsson Group | Cross-Industry Leader | Championing Visionary Ideas to Market
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CEO @ Marcus Samuelsson Group | Cross-Industry Leader | Championing Visionary Ideas to Market
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New York, New York, United States
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Derek Evans previously worked as Chief Executive Officer at Marcus Samuelsson Group and Managing Partner at Marcus Samuelsson Group. Derek Evans holds Bachelor'S Degree, Political Science And Government; Psychology from Union College.
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About Derek Evans
As the CEO and managing partner of Marcus Samuelsson Group (MS/g), I lead a hospitality and media focused company that powers inclusive and meaningful cultural connections worldwide. With over 11 years of experience in this role, I have scaled the company to nearly 400% revenue growth, while creating turnkey philanthropic impact for diverse communities and pivotal brand expansions.Overseeing a portfolio that includes over 15 restaurants worldwide, multiple award-winning media projects and numerous large-scale experiential activations, I leverage my expertise in new business development, media production, and social media marketing to harness the cross-collaborative power of meaningful storytelling with world-class hospitality. In this role, I have produced several acclaimed media projects, such as SEAT AT THE TABLE, HOME PLATE, HUSTLE and the recent Emmy Award winner My Mark, while initiating key partnerships that have grown Samuelsson’s global culinary footprint over 7x. I also steered the launch of Harlem EatUp!, the premier African American focused food festival now in its 10th year, as well as the more recent Bahamas Culinary and Arts Festival. My mission is to build the business case for culture, proving profitability can intersect with inclusive economic and employment practices.
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Managing Partner
Current
Feb 2014 - Present
Media Advisor
The Marcus Samuelsson Group was founded by award-winning chef, international restaurateur, and media personality Marcus Samuelsson and is led by longtime partner/ CEO Derek Evans. The Harlem-based minority-owned company is committed to creating outstanding culinary experiences, community support and thought-provoking storytelling that celebrates food.
Aug 2011 - Feb 2014
Media Advisor
CurrentStory Pirates is a family media company that produces and creates content inspired by kids to inspire kids and their imaginations.
Apr 2011 - Present
Chief Business Development Officer
Consultant and co-founder of Dichotomy MicroStudio, helped guide acquisition by LeEco to form Le Vision Entertainment
Nov 2016 - Oct 2017
Managing Editor
Co-Creator & Senior Producer of The Dylan Ratigan Show and Morning Meeting with Dylan Ratigan
May 2009 - Aug 2011
Co-Founder
Sandcastle Entertainment
Led start-up film development and financing company focused on exploiting feature rights in the family entertainment space. - Co-produced FOUR CHRISTMASES
Jun 2007 - Jun 2009
Executive Vice President
- Generated, developed and oversaw multiple films including: THE PACIFIER (Executive Producer) HITCHHIKER’S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY (Executive Producer) BALLS OF FURY (Executive Producer) STICK IT (Executive Producer) MR. 3000 (Co-Producer) REIGN OF FIRE (Co-Producer) COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO (Co-Producer)- Worked closely with studio partners on all facets of.
Aug 1998 - May 2007
Director Of Development
Caravan Pictures
- Sole support executive for over 10 films (6 DAYS/ 7 NIGHTS, RUSH HOUR, etc.)
- Generated extensive story notes on over 30 projects
Jun 1996 - Nov 1998
Assistant To V.P./ Assistant Story Editor
Sandollar Productions
- Production company co-owned by Dolly Parton and her manager Sandy Gallin
- Participated in the acquisition and development of ten new projects of multiple genres
- Tracked spec scripts, books, new films, theater, new talent
Oct 1995 - Jun 1996
Assistant To Owner
- Lead Los Angeles assistant to film and Broadway producer Scott Rudin
- Managed assistant staff of four and delegated critical responsibilities
- Liaison to Paramount development, marketing, and distribution personnel
Nov 1994 - Oct 1995
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Derek Evans education
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Union College
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Derek Evans works for Marcus Samuelsson Group.
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Derek Evans is listed as CEO @ Marcus Samuelsson Group | Cross-Industry Leader | Championing Visionary Ideas to Market at Marcus Samuelsson Group.
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Derek Evans is based in New York, New York, United States while working with Marcus Samuelsson Group.
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Derek Evans has worked for Marcus Samuelsson Group, Story Pirates, Le Vision Pictures, Ltd., Msnbc, and Sandcastle Entertainment.
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Derek Evans holds Bachelor'S Degree, Political Science And Government; Psychology from Union College.
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