NEW ORLEANS—Derek Brody has been named advisor, finance manager at Trepwise, a NOLA-based strategy consulting firm, where he is responsible for primary research, quantitative and qualitative analysis, client communications and project management.
“Working at Trepwise is incredibly meaningful because I can see and feel the impact of our work in the community on a near-daily basis,” Brody said. “We support organizations creating transformative change in so many critical areas—from the environment to youth development to healthcare access—and seeing that work come to life across our community is extraordinarily fulfilling.”
A New Jersey native, Brody holds a degree from Vanderbilt University in political science and history, with an emphasis on education. After a stint with Teach for America, Brody was a teacher and administrator in Memphis, Tenn.
“Derek has done exceptional work for our clients since joining the firm,” said Trepwise founder and CEO Kevin Wilkins. “His thought leadership and client engagement are such strengths. We are confident he will thrive in his new role as advisor.”