Daniel W. Derbes

Formerly President of Signal Ventures, a private investment firm specializing in high growth manufacturing companies, Mr. Derbes previously served as President of Allied Signal International, a $12 billion manufacturer of automotive and aerospace products and engineered materials.
He previously held the position of President of The Signal Companies, Inc., a diversified business with $4 billion of revenues in aerospace, electronics and engineering.
Previously, Mr. Derbes served as Chairman of the board of the WD-40 Company and was a director of Oak Industries, Inc. He also formerly served on the boards of Sempra Energy and its subsidiaries, San Diego Gas & Electric, Southern California Gas Company and Pacific Enterprises.
He continues to serve as a Trustee Emeritus of the University of San Diego.