Derek Cunz
[PRESIDENT + CEO]
Leadership requires three key ingredients: agility to keep pace with change; resiliency to help teams overcome obstacles; and perseverance to keep the team focused on delivering amazing results, together.
Driven to stay ahead
We’re experiencing a complete digital revolution in the world of construction. This opportunity enables Mortenson to keep pushing innovation, even in the toughest times. We’re sharing information and managing projects in ways that weren’t previously possible. And we’re using virtual tools and technologies to make smarter decisions sooner. When we can keep pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, we come out strong in any market – and keep our customers ahead of the curve in any environment.
Building on experience
Mortenson takes every project to the next level. Our sports business is just one example. Our team of dedicated sports experts know what fans want, what drives revenue for the team, and what makes a venue more efficient to operate. There's a reason we built the Raiders stadium faster than anyone has ever built a domed NFL stadium. That’s because we did it for the Vikings and brought that learning to the Raiders project. When customers hire us for any project, in any market, they know their building will be better than the last one we built – because we carry forward all the lessons learned, and we keep raising the bar.
Fueled by new ideas
The diversity of our business and our absolute commitment to trying new things will empower the next generation to fuel innovation long into the future. We thrive on curiosity and learning. We're open to new ideas. And we know that the next great idea will come from someone who doesn't even work with us yet.
PERSONAL PASSIONS
When I moved to Minnesota, I saw that we have an MS 150 team. My father had MS and I had recently bought a road bike. I thought that was a really cool opportunity to combine something that I love to do with something that was personal to me.
Now, it’s been eight years in a row that I've ridden the MS 150. We've grown the team from a small handful of people to more than 50 riders. We raise a lot of money while also having a lot of fun together. I love it!
MORTENSON MOMENT
Staying energized by constantly redefining what’s possible in our industry
INTERESTS
- Cooking with family
- Travel
- Cycling & anything outdoors
HOME STATE
California
INDUSTRY TENURE
30 years
BOARDS, MEMBERSHIPS & VOLUNTEERISM
Construction Inclusion Week
Executive Sponsor and Board
Greater MSP
Board of Directors
Greater Twin Cities United Way
Board of Directors, Community Impact and Executive Committees
Stadium Managers Association
Past Board Member
Denver Civic Center Conservancy
Past Board Member
HONORS & AWARDS
Top 25 Newsmaker
National, ENR
40 under 40
Building Design & Construction & Business Journal
All-Star Award
VenuesNow