Derek W. Gibson

Derek W. Gibson is a researcher, author, and educator specializing in the intersection of artificial intelligence, decision intelligence, and the ethics of information. At Wake Forest University, he serves on the Master of Science and Business Analytics (MSBA) Market Insights Advisory Board and is an Adjunct Professor within the School of Business. His coursework provides graduate students with actionable frameworks for AI strategy, and managing the cultural shifts required for enterprise AI adoption.

A veteran of the financial services industry, Derek has served in leadership roles where he bridges the gap between technical data science and executive decision-making. With over 30 years of analytics leadership, he has pioneered large-scale programs and delivered strategic analytics initiatives. His recent work includes leading risk remediation efforts and analytics data governance.

He is a frequent speaker to the next generation of data scientists on the trends and needs in the business world. He lives in Greensboro, North Carolina.