Derrell Chapman

About Derrell Chapman

Global Technology Leader specialized in architecting enterprise operating models and orchestrating cross-functional (XFN) execution across complex, multi-regional tech ecosystems. I thrive at the intersection of long-term vision and tactical delivery, transforming ambiguous business goals into scalable technical strategies and customer focused outcomes. Expert in bridging the strategy-to-execution gap through portfolio prioritization, TPM enablement, and system-level mechanisms. I leverage deep experience in SDLC governance GTM alignment to optimize engineering velocity and ensure high-availability delivery for global platforms. Currently managing an $800M global P&L and steering technology roadmaps to drive $10B+ in enterprise revenue. Proven track record at Lululemon and Nike, leading large-scale digital transformations and building high-performing TPM organizations across NA, EMEA, and APAC. From spearheading AI Strategies to executing ERP/Cloud modernization, I am passionate about driving operations excellence and applying a \"working backwards\" leadership philosophy to solve complex enterprise challenges at scale. Core Competencies:• Strategic Pillars: Enterprise Operating Models | Technology Roadmapping | AI/GenAI Strategy | Portfolio Governance• Execution Excellence: Technical Program Management (TPM)| Global PMO Leadership | SDLC Optimization | XFN Orchestration• Business Impact:$800M P&L Management | Global Market Entry | Digital Transformation | M&A Integration | Data-Driven Decision Making | ROI & Resource Management

Experience

1. Director, Technical Program Management & Strategic Planning Strategy and Operations

   lululemon

   May 2024 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

   Focus: Enterprise Technology Strategy, Technical Program Management, GenAI Innovation, Strategic Planning & Global Operational ExcellenceStrategic Leadership & Scale: Architected and led a global organization of Technical Program Managers and Engineers across NAM, APAC, and EMEA, managing an Enterprise Technology Program Management Office (PMO) and Strategic Initaitives that powers $10B in annual sales through high-availability platform scalability.Technical Program Management: Optimized a multi-million dollar technology portfolio by standardizing program execution and \"capacity vs. demand\" modeling, reducing project lifecycle friction and improving engineering velocity.Operational Governance: Head of Program Management establishing Governance and Demand Management framework, driving $50M+ in annual operational savings by optimizing resource allocation, capacity planning, and labour strategy for mission-critical feature delivery.Cross-Functional Orchestration: Partnered with Product, Legal, and Security to ensure 100+ revenue-generating programs met strict compliance and scalability targets.P&L & Financial Engineering: Manage a $800M Global P&L of project programs across 8 technical domains. Partnered with Engineering and Finance to optimize global infrastructure, data center migrations, and retail tech stacks to support international expansion.Enterprise AI Transformation: Spearheaded the Enterprise GenAI Strategy in direct partnership with the CTO. Built the roadmap for automated solutions and AI-driven GTM operations.Executive Influence: Developed high-fidelity executive dashboards and BI reporting for the C-Suite, providing the data-driven roadmap to scale the enterprise from $10B to $20B in annual revenue.

Education

• University of Michigan

  Bachelor of Science - BS

Skills

• Pharmacy
• Program Management
• Hospitals
• Medicine
• Community Outreach
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Office
• Critical Thinking
• Data Entry
• Hipaa
• Customer Service
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Medical Terminology
• Teaching
• Cpr Certified
• Clinical Research
• Public Speaking
• Leadership
• Event Planning