President

Yield Energy Inc.

Derek is currently the Chairman and CEO of the corporation, and lead investor in the company. He has had an extensive career in the high tech industry, beginning with IBM in a sales capacity, and several roles with Computerland as a Store Manager, District Manager, Large Account Manager and Divisional VP. Upon the sale of the company, he became an entrepreneur by becoming a Partner in a Franchise company which was ranked as one of Canada's fastest growing companies by Profit Magazine, and was subsequently sold to Firstservice corporation. Other current investments and Board representation include a Food Processing company and a Virtual Private Club organization.

He is a results oriented leader who excels in an entrepreneurial environment, and has achieved significant results in managing and expanding fast growing companies in different industries. He is a skilled communicator and strong team player, and has solid background in business development, marketing and operations management.

Mr. Riley is a graduate of Queen's University (B. Comm) and the University of Manitoba (MBA).