Derek Schlau

Derek Schlau is a seasoned professional in partnerships, alliances, and business development within the technology and eCommerce sectors. Currently serving as the Sr. Partnerships & Alliances Manager at Algolia since February 2021, Derek focuses on developing the company's ecosystem of partners in North America. Previously, Derek held key positions including Sales Lead for eCommerce Solutions at Avatria and Manager of Business Development & Strategic Alliances at Bounteous, where contributions included building a scalable sales process and managing sales forecasts. Additionally, Derek worked as a Corporate Sales Representative at Acquity Group, engaging with Fortune 500 companies to discuss their digital business objectives. Derek holds a Bachelor's degree in Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia from Michigan State University.