Deryk Clark

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Executive Director at Advent Group Ministries

San Jose, California, United States

Overview

Deryk Clark is a mission-driven nonprofit executive with over 30 years of experience leading mental health and human services organizations in Santa Clara County. As Executive Director of Advent Group Ministries, he focuses on strategic vision, equity, and systems-level impact. He holds both a Bachelors and Masters degree from Notre Dame de Namur University.

Deeply committed to his community, Deryks work is centered on creating opportunities and support systems for youth and families. His career reflects a strong personal passion for advocacy and ensuring access to essential services like housing, mental health, and workforce development for vulnerable populations.

Unique fact: Beyond his executive role, Deryk serves on multiple Santa Clara County leadership councils and advisory committees, directly shaping policy for youth and families.

Personality Overview

Risk-Accepting

Results Focused

Strategic Planner

They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together.  Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them. They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.

Topics They Care About

Community Mental Health
As Executive Director of a mental health organization, he is focused on expanding access to compassionate, high-quality care for individuals and families in his community.
Youth Advocacy
He has over three decades of experience strengthening programs for homeless, foster, and justice-involved youth across Santa Clara County, serving on multiple youth-focused committees.
Nonprofit Leadership
His career includes extensive experience in executive leadership, setting organizational vision, and ensuring the long-term sustainability of community-based nonprofits.

Media Appearances

Leadership Announcement – Advent Group Ministries (featuring Deryk Clark, Executive Director). Featured in Facebook

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TAClark4Ministries Podcast (hosted by Deryk Clark, Executive Director of Advent Group Ministries). Featured in Apple Podcasts

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Our Leadership – Advent Group Ministries. Featured in Advent Group Ministries Official Website

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Work History

10-2025
Executive Director at Advent Group Ministries
10-2024 - 7-2025
Strategic Partnerships & Advocacy at Bill Wilson Center
3-2024 - 10-2024
Chief Program Officer – Housing, Foster Programs & Supportive Services at Bill Wilson Center
2017 - 3-2024
Division Director of Youth Development at Bill Wilson Center
2013 - 2017
Director of Youth Development Programs at Bill Wilson Center

Education

Bachelor's Degree from Notre Dame de Namur University
Master's Degree from Notre Dame de Namur University

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Insights For Selling To Deryk

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Come across as a trustworthy professional and be respectful, they usually know their game
  • Suggest clear next steps with confidence, don't be vague or hesitant
  • During followups, use phone or text if needed, they should be fine

DONT's

  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building
  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite
  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Deryk is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Deryk

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Deryk move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Deryk take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Deryk

Personality Compatibility


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