Name: Derek Czenczelewski
Title: Senior Marketing Coordinator
Company: The S/L/A/M Collaborative
Location: Glastonbury, CT
Birthplace and Year: Manchester, CT - 1986
Your favorite quote or words to live by: "Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity."
What 5 words would you use to describe how you got to where you are now: Determination, networking, preparation, research, opportunity
First job outside of the industry you are in now: ESPN statistics analyst
First job in the commercial industry: Marketing coordinator at Fuss & O'Neill
What do you do now and what are you planning for the future: I currently coordinate the marketing efforts of SLAM's Corporate S&T and Healthcare Studios. My plan for the future is to continue to grow into an even larger business development and marketing role.
How do you unwind from a busy day at work: Typically I work out, watch TV and spend time with my wife and family.
Do you own a pet (If so, what kind and what is its name?): I have a Boxer named Chase.
What object can you not live without: Smartphone
Favorite show: Seinfeld
Favorite artist: Frank Sinatra
If you knew then what you know now, what would you tell yourself: Relax, it is all worth it in the end.
One word to describe your work environment: Exciting
Rules to live by in business: 1. Be humble - things can change quickly; 2. Show appreciation for your colleagues; 3. Always do your research; 4. If you aren't moving forward, you are falling behind; 5. Don't simply point out problems - suggest solutions and improvements
If you could invite one person to dinner (living or dead) who would it be and where would you go: I'd invite President George W. Bush to my home for dinner with my family. If you're reading this President Bush, that invitation is open and still stands.
What is your dream job: General Manager of the New York Yankees