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DEREK J. REASON

TALENT ACQUISITION CONSULTANT

Derek J. ReasonDerek Reason brings over 20 years of leadership and managerial recruiting experience across a wide range of industries, including hospitality, healthcare, contractual food service, environmental services, clinical healthcare technology, corrections, corporate business and industry, and facilities maintenance. He is comfortable presenting to C-suite executives and is known for his energy, strong customer service focus, creativity, dedication, and deep expertise in staffing and talent acquisition.

In addition to his recruiting career, Derek served 23 years in the United States Air Force, with assignments around the world. He received numerous meritorious and commendation awards recognizing his exceptional leadership and performance. Following his military service, he served as a Military Relations Manager with Compass Group North America, where he supported veterans and military initiatives.

Derek holds a Master of Science in General Administration from Central Michigan University, a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Education from Wayland Baptist University, and an Associate of Applied Science from the Community College of the Air Force. Originally from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, he is a devoted Eagles fan. He currently resides in Dover, Delaware, with his wife, Renee, and their dog, Bullet.

A FEW TESTIMONIALS FROM SENIOR MANAGEMENT & TALENT ACQUISITION CLIENTS

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Derek, thank you so much for your dedication and impact over the years. Recruiting the right talent into our organization is the fuel to our success, and you've been a big part of that. Thank you!

– Andy Maus, SVP, HR

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I was fortunate enough to be introduced to Derek about nine years ago when I started overseeing Talent Acquisition for Healthcare in 2015. Derek was with a competitor at the time, but with the first phone call, I knew I wanted Derek to be on my team. It took almost seven years for that to come to fruition, and I could not have been happier to know it was a great decision, which fostered a relationship from an introductory phone call so long ago.

Derek is a true professional and delivers every time for his candidates, hiring managers, and his team. Derek will absolutely leave a void, but I could not be happier that he has completed this phase with his head held high to focus on his family, friends, and himself.

– Tony Rhoton

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I wanted to share that Derek was a huge asset to our region. He has been by far the most proactive, responsive recruiter I have ever worked with. And most importantly, he "got it". My team countlessly would share "Derek's all of over it.", "Derek took care of everything, he's awesome!"

Not only was he great at what he did, his personality was infectious. We wish Derek the best of luck and hope he enjoys every bit of the adventures that await him. The Tench Region sends many hugs and blessings!

– Nikki Tench, SVP – Morrison Healthcare

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Derek was a great partner for Operations. The RVPs he supported loved working with him because of his focus, dedication, and, most importantly, results. We wish Derek all the best in this next chapter and thank him for his years of partnership. He will be missed!

– Avi Pinto, Division President

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Congratulations not only for your 20+ years of Air Force service and 15+ years of Compass service in various roles, but also for your competence, dedication, great results, and, most of all, for being a fabulous teammate and person! We never entirely lose people like you because your approach and positive influence carry on with the team!

– Michael Gruber

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When I first started with Morrison as a recruiter in 2006, my boss at the time sent Derek down to Atlanta to train me. From Derek I learned all the tricks, shortcuts, workarounds, and which hiring managers not to worry about. He claims credit for any success I had as a recruiter. He quit once before, but like a bad penny, we will probably see him again down the road. He's a good man and will be missed.

– Rob Cooperman
Sr. Manager
Patient Experience