Derrick J. Hill is a nonprofit executive with more than 30 years of experience leading teams, developing programs, and building partnerships that advance opportunity across the Atlanta region. As Managing Partner of HillChase, he works with nonprofit leaders on organizational strategy, leadership development, board governance, fundraising, and building the capacity to deliver on their missions. 

Derrick has held leadership roles with the Atlanta Center for Self Sufficiency, Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta, and the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta. His experience includes supervising multidisciplinary teams, developing staff, managing budgets, strengthening community partnerships, and guiding programs through growth and change. At the YMCA, he led a team of 23 staff members and helped expand participation through new programs. 

Derrick brings a senior executive’s perspective and a practical approach to GCN’s Management Accelerator. Drawing on decades of experience, he helps managers develop individuals, build effective teams, create accountability, and turn strategy into measurable action.