Derrick Emeka Randall
Chief Commercial Officer and Advisor to the Chairman, Evrensel Impact Group
Derrick Emeka Randall is a seasoned commercial executive with over 30 years of experience in marketing, sales, and business development, primarily within the telecom sector. His career has been dedicated to helping mobile operators reduce churn, increase revenues, and drive usage through innovative propositions. Derrick has held senior roles in major corporations, including T-Mobile, TDK, Barclays, Michelin, and Frost & Sullivan.
At TDK, he played a key role in driving education and adoption of Bluetooth technology, leading the launch of the industry's first Bluetooth products for PDAs.
As Head of Group Marketing and Planning at T-Mobile International, he managed a consumer budget of €100 million, overseeing marketing activities across multiple European countries.
He served as CMO and Commercial Director for Digicel, successfully positioning it as the leading mobile operator in the Eastern Caribbean.
In recent years, Derrick has shifted his focus to Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) initiatives, particularly in water projects, renewable energy, and sustainable agriculture.
He is currently the Chief Commercial Officer and Advisor to the Chairman at Evrensel Impact Group (EIG), where he leads strategic initiatives in impact-driven investments. Additionally, he serves as CEO for Africa at Evrensel Global Water Solutions, spearheading water infrastructure projects in Ghana, Botswana, and Tanzania.
Derrick has also held advisory and non-executive director roles, including Chair of the Corporate Governance Committee at Tingo Incorporated, an Agri-Fintech company.
Holding a BA in International Relations from Keele University and an MBA from the University of Sheffield, Derrick currently resides in London, continuing his mission to drive sustainable and impactful business solutions. He has also recently added writing children’s novels to his growing list of activities.
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