Derek Thomas
Director, Business Development @Cytovale
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WORK HISTORY
Director, Business Development @Cytovale
Overland Park, KS, US
As a Business Development Executive at Cytovale, I am responsible for driving sales growth and fostering strategic partnerships within the Midwest territory. My role is focused on helping health systems implement Cytovale’s innovative sepsis solution, designed to improve early detection and management of sepsis, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes and reducing healthcare costs.Key responsibilities include:Identifying and cultivating new business opportunities with hospitals and healthcare systems.Building and maintaining strong relationships with clinical and administrative stakeholders.Presenting Cytovale’s cutting-edge sepsis diagnostic technology to demonstrate its value in improving clinical workflows and patient care.Collaborating with internal teams to tailor solutions that meet the unique needs of each health system.Leveraging my expertise in healthcare sales and a deep understanding of hospital operations, I employ strong communication, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills to drive adoption of Cytovale’s solutions. My work is dedicated to supporting health systems in addressing the critical challenges posed by sepsis through transformative technology.
EDUCATION
Baker University
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management
Columbia College
Associate of Arts (AA), Business Administration and Management, General
SKILLS
ABOUT DEREK THOMAS
I’m an innovative, results-driven leader with a strong track record across Health Care Software, Artificial Intelligence, Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning, BioTech, Life Sciences, SaaS, and Capital Equipment Sales. I bring a unique blend of commercial strategy, sales leadership, and deep technical understanding to deliver advanced solutions that improve patient outcomes and drive sustainable business growth.My foundation in corporate and network security has enabled me to thrive in complex enterprise environments, where I’ve built and scaled high-performing teams while delivering value across hospitals, health systems, and life sciences organizations. I specialize in sales strategy, team development, key account management, project execution, and training—with a focus on both top-line growth and operational excellence.In recent years, I’ve led commercialization efforts within the startup MedTech and diagnostics space, where I’ve played a pivotal role in identifying, launching, and scaling novel, transformative technologies. I partner closely with leading health systems to bring breakthrough diagnostic tools to market—most notably a first-in-class sepsis diagnostic that helps drive earlier intervention, improve clinical outcomes, and optimize resource utilization.I hold a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Magna Cum Laude, from Baker University, with a concentration in Business Administration and Management. A strategic thinker and lifelong learner, I’m passionate about transforming healthcare through innovation—and thrive at the intersection of technology, clinical impact, and execution.
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