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Derek Polzien

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Managing Director at Deloitte Consulting
📍 Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

Derek is a Managing Director at Deloitte with over 25 years of experience leading complex HR, Payroll, and Workforce Management transformations. He guides global companies through the entire lifecycle of system implementations, specializing in platforms like Workday, SAP, and Oracle. He holds a B. S. from Michigan State University.

Outside of his consulting work, Derek has a certified passion for wine, having achieved a WSET Level 2 certification in wines and spirits. He has also been involved in community initiatives, contributing to local response funds.

Unique fact: He possesses a professional-level certification in wine, a distinct interest outside of his technology-focused career.

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Experience
29 Years
Current Role
Managing Director
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
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HR Transformation
With 25+ years of experience, he leads all aspects of HR transformation for global clients, from initial vision and business case to post-implementation support.
HR Technology Sunsets
He is a public speaker on the topic of navigating end-of-life transitions for major HR technology platforms and turning them into strategic opportunities.
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Career

Work history

8-2007
Managing Director
Deloitte Consulting
2002 - 2007
Global HR Transformation Manager
IBM
1999 - 2002
Manager
PwC Consulting
1997 - 1999
Consultant
Ernst & Young
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Education
1993 - 1997
B.S.
Michigan State University
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