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Derek K. Corley, highly regarded marketing guru began his study of the
Hospitality industry in 1984 and found his passion for the eclectic
design of this fast moving industry. Here was born a visionary who
would grow up to continually interweave a kaleidoscope of passions
contributing to the support and success of many of NYC's key venues:
Marquee, Griffin, Lotus, Planet Hollywood, Cain, Sessa, Chaos, BB
King, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino's (LV), Aubette, Stryke, Palladium,
Nells, Limelight, Cheetah, Roxy, Nocturne, Frying Pan/Barge and many more.
Derek attended Oak Ridge MIlitary Academy, NC. where he excelled
academically as well as an athletic powerhouse that played team sports
such as baseball, basketball, tennis, and soccer. Derek went on to
attend West Virginia University where he majored in Broadcast
Journalism/ Liberal Arts. As a DJ for the college radio station the
music bug bit, he went on to sustain a career spanning 16 years as a
professional DJ.
While becoming an accomplished DJ, Derek had the foresight to build
professional and personal contacts with industry movers and shakers:
Tommy Mottola, Mariah Carey, HBO, ABC, Spin City, Mercedes/ Chrysler,
Magic Johnson Foundation, Good Housekeeping, Sesame Street, Kimora Lee
Simmons and BET.
Utilizing his diverse network and client roster Derek is currently a
partner at Aden Hospitality Group, Nadia's Spice Kitchen and Black Diamonds Marketing & Promotions in which he utilizes his expertise and partnerships for consultation to revamp
struggling restaurants & lounges by integrating tailored menu's, staffing FOH, BOH
marketing & profit building strategies.
Any questions hit me up.
derek corley
917.902.2537
togetdown@gmail.com