Derek Dungan

As the Assistant Director of Sales at Implementing Ideas, Derek Dungan brings a strategic blend of technical insight, global business perspective, and relationship-driven leadership to the manufacturing sector. Currently studying International Business at Utah Valley University, Derek applies a worldwide mindset to domestic and international partnerships, helping strengthen Implementing Ideas’ position in the PCB assembly, wire harness, and mechanical assembly manufacturing markets. His Detroit roots and years of competitive baseball have shaped his disciplined, team-focused approach to driving growth and delivering customer success.

Derek’s lifelong passion for the automotive industry complements Implementing Ideas’ expertise in PCBAs, custom wire harness manufacturing, and turnkey mechanical assemblies. His understanding of OEM expectations, industry timelines, and engineering challenges enables him to translate customer goals into precise, scalable manufacturing solutions. Whether supporting prototype development or coordinating full-production programs, Derek ensures each client receives the quality, responsiveness, and innovation that define Implementing Ideas.

What makes Derek stand out is his natural ability to build meaningful, long-term industry relationships. He thrives on connecting with engineers, sourcing specialists, and operations leaders, always exploring opportunities to streamline production, boost efficiency, and integrate new ideas into complex manufacturing workflows. From discussing next-generation PCB layouts to optimizing intricate wire harness configurations, Derek approaches every project with curiosity, professionalism, and a passion for creating solutions that truly work.

Now at home in Utah, Derek enjoys exploring the state’s trails with his wife, spending time with friends, and expanding his network within the manufacturing and engineering communities. Committed to personal and professional growth, he continues advancing his education while helping Implementing Ideas strengthen its footprint in PCB assembly, wire harness production, and mechanical assembly manufacturing. Derek’s blend of technical interest, global business training, and people-first leadership fuels his mission to help turn innovative concepts into production-ready realities.