Gilsbar welcomes Diana Derbas as Project Management Director. In this role, she is responsible for developing and directing project management operations and strategic planning to meet key organizational goals.

“This is a new role within the organization,” says Becky Pathoumthong, Vice President and CFO. “Gilsbar is invested in implementing new technology and software to our sales and operations departments, and we needed someone with Diana’s skills and expertise to guide us through these new changes.”

Diana joins the Gilsbar team with a robust career history, marked by her expertise in human resources, marketing operations, and project management. 

Her move to Louisiana opened opportunities for consultancy work, eventually leading to her role as the Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Crescent Bank. Diana oversaw the implementation of a new HCM system and managed several teams responsible for a broad range of HR functions, including HR operations, talent development, facilities, and security.

Throughout her career, Diana has been at the forefront of managing significant challenges such as Covid-19, natural disasters, and operational changes. 

Diana holds a BS in Communications, specializing in Public Relations and Advertising, and has earned her Senior Professional of Human Resources certification. Based in Mandeville, LA, with her family and two dogs, she enjoys an active lifestyle and dedicates time to volunteering for the Louisiana Special Olympics.