Introduce first-year rowers to the sport, including technique and fitness training· Develop training program and selected racing lineups in coordination with head coach· Video practices, producing footage that was used as part of the training process as well as for social media outreach and team marketing· Coach first-year men’s and women’s boats to multiple medals against varsity competition· Coach Novice Women’s 4+ to back-to-back Dad Vail gold medals, 2018-2019· Design and implement Lafayette College Crew Team’s recruiting process, including marketing, outreach, interviews with prospective athletes, and connecting recruits to campus resources· Coordinate, schedule, and host athlete visits, including facility tours and meetings with team and coaching staff· Develop outreach program to high school coaches, sharing information and resources for their student rowers· Manage database of prospective student athletes interested in the Lafayette College Crew Team· Wrote content for Lafayette College Crew Team website, including developing recruiting survey

Direct the development of a successful law firm, formerly operating as Law Offices of Derek P. Richmond, PLLC (4/2011 to 6/2013) and Richmond|Schy, PLLC (6/2013 to 8/2014).Oversee the firm’s growth and performance by cultivating a loyal client base and an ever-increasing referral network through reliable and ethical legal representation spanning criminal defense, family law, traffic law, and personal injury cases.Lead associate and paralegal teams in productive, collaborative work focused on the needs and priorities of the client while meeting all critical court deadlines and regulations.

Provided comprehensive representation in criminal and traffic cases by arguing cases in state and federal courts throughout Northern Virginia.Researched, wrote and argued a wide range of motions, including suppression motions.Developed strong rapport with clients to build their trust in firm’s legal services, ensure their cooperation with and understanding of legal proceedings, and build strong referral business.

Negotiated, drafted, reviewed and advised clients on marketing, licensing, and appearance contracts for athletes, artists, and promoters in professional sports and entertainment industries. Represented athletes preparing for careers in professional sports.