Derek Krajewski Email & Phone Number

New York, Ny, Us

I joined Zinnia Health from Credit Suisse to work closer to direct value creation. At Zinnia, I spearheaded key product initiatives that embodied startup agility and impact. I led the development of a client-facing mobile app from concept to launch within 100 days, leveraging agile methodologies to iterate quickly with a small engineering team, ultimately boosting user engagement and client retention. I managed cross-functional teams to integrate our EMR and CRM systems, automating processes that enhanced operational efficiency and delivered actionable business insights to support facility directors in stabilizing KPI's. I also implemented AI/ML solutions to streamline provider documentation, resulting in monthly savings of over $100K, a $5K+ increase in per-client revenue, and a significant reduction in clawbacks—demonstrating my ability to scale operations and drive revenue growth.

Upon joining Zinnia I managed a standardization and change transformation project that established organizational standards saving over $1M in monthly operational expenses. Leveraging information gathered through that process I transitioned to a role focused on developing products to support internal efficiency and strategic projects involving business development, new businesses, revenue streams, and real estate.

Zurich, Ch

I joined Credit Suisse from Debevoise after reconnecting with a Director I had stayed close with following a super day, room on the ECM floor opened up as the SPAC and operations teams needed support amid the SPAC boom. At Credit Suisse, I focused on financial operations, strategy, compliance, and SPAC market analysis. My role involved managing and supporting projects that streamlined internal workflows and ensured compliance with regulatory frameworks. I conducted financial modeling, tracked SPAC market trends by leveraging market databases to analyze performance metrics and emerging opportunities, and drafted presentations for Managing Directors, enabling informed strategic decisions for both internal teams and clients. My time at Credit Suisse deepened my understanding of global financial systems, risk management, and the importance of meticulous attention to detail in high-stakes environments. Despite enjoying the work and team, I left Credit Suisse to join a startup, seeking hands-on experience across multiple verticals.

New York, Ny, Us

I joined Debevoise & Plimpton as part of their corporate law team, where I focused on complex transactional work, including mergers and acquisitions, private equity funds, and regulatory compliance. I collaborated closely with senior attorneys and partners to conduct legal research, draft key transaction documents, and support client negotiations. My role involved working across industries, providing legal insight and ensuring regulatory adherence in high-stakes transactions. In addition to my transactional work, I conducted due diligence and provided detailed reports that informed strategic decisions for both clients and internal teams. My time at Debevoise sharpened my analytical skills and reinforced the importance of precision in legal practice, while exposing me to high-level corporate strategy and risk mitigation. I left Debevoise to transition into a more finance-oriented role at Credit Suisse, where I could apply my experience to a broader set of operational and strategic challenges.

Austin, Texas, Us

After relocating to NYC, I joined Huckberry’s Flagship store on Bleecker Street, where I supported the team in a sales associate role while actively searching for a full-time position. Leveraging the startup environment, I took initiative in driving business development and implementing strategic sales processes that enhanced customer service and enabled us to exceed sales targets each month. My contributions included optimizing strategies and executing strategic initiatives to boost store performance. Even after securing a full-time role at Debevoise & Plimpton, I continued to support Huckberry on evenings, weekends, and at events until the store closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Arlington, Va, Us

Following graduation, I spent the summer in Barcelona, Spain, supporting a B2B fruit sales company. This experience was instrumental in honing my skills across various business functions, including B2B marketing, customer experience, financial analysis, and UX/UI principles. I contributed to optimizing product-market fit, enhancing customer retention, creating custom landing pages, and developing executive dashboards. Additionally, I gained valuable experience presenting strategic insights to company leaders, further refining my ability to communicate complex information effectively. This experience was a timebound fellowship and upon completion, I began searching for full-time opportunities.

Ithaca, Ny, Us

During the summer and fall of my senior year I conducted grant-funded research on motivation in college athletes, focusing specifically on the motivational influences of scholarships in the pre-NIL era. Utilized findings to provide recruiting techniques and support to schools that cannot offer scholarships. Being a college athlete at a nonscholarship-offering school I wanted to better understand market dynamics that influenced highschool athletes in their decision making.

Claremont, California, Us

At ABT I supported multi-time blockchain founders in the growth of their crypto projects. I generated marketing material, ran social media accounts, and drafted blogs, white papers, and other content to bring users to their platform. Marketing materials were used at blockchain at VC events around the US including Burning Man and SXSW.

B.S. Ilr, Industrial And Labor Relations

Associate'S Degree, Business Administration And Management, General