Derrick Coleman

Derrick Coleman

Derrick Coleman is managing director of Creative Financial Staffing (CFS) of Los Angeles, an affiliate of GHJ. CFS specializes in the placement of accounting and finance professionals into temporary and permanent positions across a broad range of industries. Coleman is a member of the Downtown Women’s Center board of directors. He also serves as catalyst for GHJ Foundation. Additionally, he leads GHJ’s BIPOC cohort, the firm’s employee resource group focused on advancing the careers of professionals who are black, indigenous and people of color. He is also a strategic advisor and board member to Godiss Love, a nonprofit with a mission to create lasting solutions for girls through empowerment and education.

October 19, 2021 How Nonprofits Can Create Inclusive Boards in a New Normal

Although diverse boards better serve their stakeholders and communities, recruiting and retaining these members continue to be challenging. With the right tactics, boards will be able to improve their makeup while still fulfilling their mission.