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Nick DeRose

+1 (408) 341-5918 nderose@gptpartners.com

Nick brings strong operating and technical expertise to GrowthPoint’s M&A advisory work, helping technology companies translate complex infrastructure, AI, and software into credible transaction narratives. He stays current on AI, venture capital, and enterprise software to position clients effectively in today’s market.

AI | Cloud Computing | Communications | DevOps | Infrastructure Software | Security

Nick joined GrowthPoint Technology Partners in 2011 after 12 years in the technology industry, bringing a wealth of experience spanning IT management, technical marketing, strategic alliances, and corporate development. Prior to GrowthPoint, he worked at NetApp, leading technical alliances between NetApp and Cisco. During his tenure, this included the successful launch of the FlexPod™ data center solution.
Earlier in his career, Nick spent five years at Brocade Communications in IT, strategic alliances, and corporate development, notably managing the technical relationship with VMware during the early rise of virtualization. He began his career running global IT for HPL Technologies, which was later acquired by Synopsys.

Nick graduated from California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo, with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management Information Systems.

Enjoys: Outside of the office, Nick is an avid athlete who enjoys running, golf, and ice hockey. He has competed in over 50 triathlons, including Ironman events, and is a dedicated marathoner who travels internationally to run World Marathon Majors, having completed the New York City, Boston, Berlin, Chicago, LA, and London Marathons.

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