Derek Banker is a distinguished global executive, strategist, and thought leader with over 30 years of experience driving transformative growth, cross-border expansion, and M&A initiatives across North America, EMEA, and APAC.
With more than two decades of leadership in some of the world’s most dynamic business hubs—including London, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Singapore, and Sydney—Derek offers a unique international perspective on operational leadership and value creation. As Regional CEO/COO of Williams Lea, he spearheaded enterprise-wide transformations across diverse markets. Later, as Senior Director at Benchmark International, he guided mid-market firms through complex strategic sales and integrations, delivering measurable results.
Derek’s expertise lies in redefining how organizations identify, measure, and harness intangible assets such as intellectual property, data capital, and human-centric capabilities. He challenges traditional valuation models, advocating for innovative frameworks that align strategy with execution in today’s fast-evolving innovation economy. His work emphasizes the often-overlooked drivers of enterprise value, from operational culture to the power of human capital.
Currently, Derek leverages his deep expertise through advisory roles and thought leadership, offering actionable insights and strategic frameworks that inspire leaders to move beyond surface metrics. His mission is to empower organizations to embrace transformation as a pathway to sustainable growth and long-term success.
