Derek Ruth is a serial entrepreneur and founder with multiple successful exits, known for his ability to align strategic vision with execution. With nearly three decades of experience, Derek has built and scaled ventures across diverse industries, managing teams and creating market-leading businesses that thrive in competitive landscapes.

As an active angel investor, startup advisor, and board mentor, Derek provides strategic guidance to early-stage companies, helping them navigate growth, innovation, and operational challenges. He has collaborated with Fortune 1000 companies to embed cultures of innovation, design transformative pipelines, and deliver measurable impact.

Currently, Derek serves as a Partner at Treehouse Studios, building ventures at the intersection of sports, technology, and wellness, and at Agos Ventures, focusing on integrating climate adaptation solutions into underserved regions. As a venture studio executive, Derek creates innovative processes and systems that drive scalable success and empower the next generation of transformative ventures.