The right talent at the right moment

We provide expert consultants that help enterprise businesses meet opportunities as they arise.

 

Before Ellen and Shanaz founded Derflan in 2007, they sat exactly where their clients sit: managing large projects with complex and changing needs for enterprise companies. They hired consultants, worked with consultants, and saw an opportunity to improve those relationships and their outcomes.

As a result, Derflan is more than the sum of its individual parts. Our consultants form a collaborative network of experts, supported by a staff with enterprise business experience. We focus on our clients’ long term success and pride ourselves on being strategic thinkers who can also roll-up our sleeves and get the job done.

What’s in a name?

“Derflan” is a tribute to our founders’ personal experience as first generation Americans. Ellen’s father, George, was born in Derfle, a tiny village in the Czech Republic. The villagers were affectionately referred to as “Derflans”—a term that followed George all the way to the U.S. and became his lifelong nickname. Ellen and Shanaz decided to carry on the name as a testament to the vision, courage and hard work of their parents—all immigrants to the U.S.—who paved the way for them to build this company.

Why Derflan has a 4.5/5-star reputation with Fortune 500 clients

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We listen

It’s simple but essential, and ensures we are 100% focused on your needs—not ours.

We drive

We go beyond strategy and actually do the work that delivers successful, on-time results.

We deliver

We take the time to understand your long term-goals, not just project deliverables.

And we’re in it together

Every consultant and every client gets to tap into the expertise of the entire Derflan network.

Leadership

Enterprise-level experience to help you meet enterprise-level business challenges.

Ellen Sova

Ellen Sova

Co-Founder

Shanaz Diefendorf

Shanaz Diefendorf

Co-Founder

A few of our clients

Derflan’s clients range from Fortune 100 companies to start-up businesses. Our company has extensive experience in Technology, Finance, Retail, Wireless, PR & Marketing, and many other industries.

Derflan’s offerings are extended through a strategic alliance with Big Leaf Marketing that brings specialized skills in audience research, multimedia storytelling, and social engagement. Our partnership over the years has helped shape the engineering and marketing direction for numerous clients and has resulted in a number of notable digital campaigns.

Derflan proudly supports:

The Institute for Economic Empowerment of Women (IEEW)

As a women- and minority-owned business, Derflan is committed to supporting the growth and development of women entrepreneurs around the world.

Babson Scholarship Fund

This fund at our founders’ alma mater provides financial support for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled at the school.

Diversity in hiring

In keeping with the founders’ diverse backgrounds, the company is dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer and is proud to say that 70% of its consultants are women and/or minorities.

Corporate Social Responsibility Report 2019

Awards & Recognition

Inc. 500/5000 Listing, Inc. Magazine, 2011-15

Derflan has been recognized as one of the fastest growing private companies in the nation.

Microsoft MSVP and Preferred Supplier

Derflan is a select partner and vendor in Microsoft’s Supplier Program.

Small Jewel Award, Consulting Magazine, 2011

Derflan has been recognized as one of the top small consulting firms in the country.

National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC)

Derflan is nationally certified as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE).

Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC)

Derflan is nationally certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE).

What challenge can we help you solve?