Derrick Antwi joined United Way of Central Ohio in July 2026 as its new vice president of finance and chief financial officer. Derrick brings more than 15 years of experience in higher education and public accounting, along with a strong record of financial leadership and community service.
Derrick previously served as assistant vice president for business and finance at Capital University in Columbus, where he led budgeting, long-range planning and resource allocation. Before that role, he served as the university’s controller, overseeing accounting, financial reporting, treasury and endowment management, compliance and risk management. Before Capital, he was a manager in assurance services at EY, where he led audit engagements and advised clients on accounting, reporting, internal controls and regulatory compliance.
Beyond his professional work, Derrick has been active in community service and nonprofit leadership. He has held volunteer leadership roles with United Way of Central Ohio, Sanctuary Night, and the Ohio Association of Colleges and University Business Officers, and served as a United Way board member from 2019 to 2025, including work on the Finance Committee and as chair of the Program Investment Committee. He is also active in his church and is committed to helping individuals and families thrive.
Derrick holds a master’s degree in accounting from The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business and a bachelor’s degree with honors in economics from the University of Ghana. He is also a certified public accountant licensed in Ohio. He lives in Delaware with his wife and children.