Hi, I’m Derrick Fountain.

Leveraging a decade of international experience, I now offer consulting and advisory services through my 9II9 startup studio.

I am a dynamic and strategic product management leader with over a decade of experience in building and scaling product organizations across multiple continents, including the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. My focus is on driving revenue growth and market share through effective product strategies.

Throughout my career, I have held key roles such as Founder & Product Management Consultant, Co-Founder & CEO of Backhouse Brands Inc., Digital Product Executive at iPlus Media Corporation, and Head of Product and R&D at Turkish Radio and Television Corporation. I have a proven track record in managing complex product portfolios and achieving significant reductions in operational expenses through lean and Agile methodologies. My accomplishments include launching award-winning products, securing significant funding, and pioneering innovative product solutions, underscoring my leadership and innovation in product management.