Derek joined Primex3 in 2022 as a Risk Management Consultant, working with members to address their training and risk management needs. Prior to coming here, he worked for the Concord Fire Department, retiring as Captain at the Broadway Fire Station. In addition, Derek served as a regional coordinator for the PFFNH peer support team and instructed at the NH Fire Academy. He continues to work with critical incident stress management teams (CISM) in a support role and has a passion for improving mental health in the workplace. He has a bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety from Columbia Southern University and is currently working on becoming a Certified Risk Manager. Derek lives in Concord with his wife, two daughters, a dog, and a bevy of chickens.