Derek Clifford

Derek Clifford is a dedicated professional with a passion for educating people on wealth building through real estate investing. He is the founder and CEO of Elevate Equity, a Real Estate Investment firm that focuses on investing in apartment buildings in emerging markets across the US, delivering superior returns to partners and exceptional rental experiences to residents.

With a strong background in project management and engineering, Derek excels in turning challenging projects into successful ventures. His expertise spans various sectors including Utilities, Oil & Gas, and Real Estate. He applies his problem-solving skills and collaborative nature to ensure the success of every project by fostering strong relationships with stakeholders.

Derek's academic journey includes a B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, and Economics from the Colorado School of Mines, a Master of Business Engineering (MBE) from Steinbeis-Hochschule-Berlin, and further studies in Chemical Engineering at Technische Universität München.

Throughout his career, Derek has held key roles such as Sr. Project Manager at Pacific Gas and Electric Company, Project Manager at CH2M HILL, Process Engineer III at CH2M HILL, Process Engineer at Fluor Corporation, and Translation Specialist at Colorado School of Mines. He attributes his success to the support of his family, friends, and inspirational mentors like Jim Rohn, Gary Keller, Abraham Lincoln, Jack Canfield, and Jack Welch.

Derek Clifford's dedication to real estate investing, project management, and engineering, along with his commitment to continuous self-improvement, position him as a notable figure in the industry, striving to create value and deliver outstanding results.