Derek Oldham was born and raised in Norman, OK. He is a graduate of Oklahoma State University with a degree in Business and has lived and worked in the Enid area for the last eight years. He has been working as an independent petroleum landman for the last fourteen years with experience in leasing, title review and surface use agreements. He is a current member of the Hillsdale-Carrier Fire Department and trustee at the Carrier Congressional Church.  He is married to Dr. Sara Oldham and together they have three kids. In his free time he enjoys coaching his kids sports teams, hunting, skiing, and traveling.