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Derek Taylor

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Vice President Strategic Opportunities at Firan Technology Group Corporation (FTG)
📍 Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Derek Taylor is a seasoned executive with over 20 years at FTG Aerospace (formerly FLYHT), where he is now the Vice President of Strategic Opportunities. His career progressed through engineering, product development, and sales, leveraging his background in Aeronautical Engineering Technology. He is recognized for his technical knowledge and proven sales track record.

He values fostering strong personal relationships with both colleagues and customers that extend beyond the typical work environment.

Unique fact: Derek has spent his entire 20+ year career advancing within one company, from technical roles to executive leadership.

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Experience
23 Years
Current Role
Vice President Strategic Opportunities
Job Level
Senior
Location
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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Priorities

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Aviation Technology
His career is rooted in aeronautical engineering, and he frequently discusses emerging technologies like 5G connectivity for aircraft data and predictive maintenance.
Strategic Partnerships
His current role focuses on strategic opportunities, and he has a history of brokering major deals with large aviation companies like Bombardier and WestJet.
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Career

Work history

12-2025
Vice President Strategic Opportunities
Firan Technology Group Corporation (FTG)
9-2022
Vice President, Strategic Opportunities
FLYHT Aerospace Solutions Ltd.
3-2020 - 9-2022
Vice President, Sales & Marketing
FLYHT Aerospace Solutions Ltd.
9-2002 - 3-2020
Sales Director
FLYHT Aerospace Solutions Ltd.
3-2015 - 2-2017
Contracted Sales Director
International Water-Guard Industries Inc.
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Education
1996 - 1999
Aeronautical Engineering Technology
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
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