Derek Colfer

Vice President, Jambo Mobile

Derek has over 12 years of experience in the digital media space. Prior to returning to Canada and founding Jambo in 2002, Colfer served as Interactive Director for Omnicom's interactive service group (Agency.com) in London England. It was during his time in the U.K., where he gained a significant amount of mobile media strategy experience utilizing a variety of mobile protocols (SMS, LBS & WAP). Derek's unique understanding of the mobile channel has led the development of several award winning mobile solutions in both the UK and North America including a 2001 Digital Marketing Award in the UK and the wireless winners for the 2004 and 2006 Digital Marketing Awards in Canada.

Derek is responsible for the strategic direction of the company as well as leading the development of innovative mobile media solutions for its various clients and partners.

Derek has been asked to speak at various conferences on both the emergence and convergence of mobile based media in North America. Derek obtained a Bachelors Degree in Political Studies and Economics from Bishop's University and a Masters Degree in International Relations from Trinity College Dublin.