PARK CITY, UT, September 18, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Derrik L. Carlson has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Mr. Carlson's career in residential real estate spans more than two decades and is marked by a steady ascent through increasingly prominent roles and achievements. As the founder and team lead of Real Estate in Park City, he has managed and maintained a high-performing team, ensured seamless operations and provided specialized service to luxury clients. His expertise centers on buyers and sellers of luxury homes, condominiums and vacation properties, with a focus on delivering exceptional experiences for those purchasing or selling second homes.
In addition to his management responsibilities, Mr. Carlson mentors many of the agents within his organization, sharing his knowledge and experience in luxury properties, real estate consulting, negotiations and advanced marketing strategies.
Since 2012, Mr. Carlson has also served as a real estate consultant with KW Park City Keller Williams Real Estate, continuing to build his reputation for professionalism and dedication to client care. He is recognized for his commitment to maintaining daily routines that foster long-term client relationships, making regular calls and follow-ups regardless of market activity. This approach reflects his belief in treating every individual with respect and empathy — values that have contributed to his success in the industry.
Mr. Carlson's entrepreneurial journey began in 2006 when he became president of Flex Properties, LLC. Overseeing various aspects of property management and investment, he further developed his understanding of the real estate market and gained valuable leadership experience that he continues to apply at Real Estate in Park City today. He expanded his experience internationally from 2007 to 2008 as a foreign operations director for Altura Investments in Honduras, where he managed construction processes on a key real estate development project. Earlier in his career, he spent four years as a residential loan officer and manager at USA Lending Group and Meridias Capital.
While still in college, Mr. Carlson began his professional career in the mortgage industry with an Inc. 500 company, working on loans while purchasing investment properties himself and subsequently gaining foundational knowledge of both finance and real estate investment.
Alongside his primary roles, Mr. Carlson is an active member of the Park City Chamber of Commerce as well as the Institute of Luxury Home Marketing. His achievements and exemplary service have seen him scale remarkable heights over the years, including a ranking of number 35 worldwide at Keller Williams as well as number one within the State of Utah.
Mr. Carlson's academic background includes a Bachelor of Science in finance and management from Westminster University, which he completed in 2006. To augment his qualifications in business and real estate, Mr. Carlson is a Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE) through the Real Estate Negotiation Institute and holds the Resort and Second-Home Property Specialist (RSPS), Luxury Homes Certification (LHC), and Certified Expert Listing Agent (CELA) designations. Furthermore, he has been licensed as a real estate agent for nearly 15 years.
Beyond his professional commitments, Mr. Carlson is committed to supporting civic-minded initiatives through donations to various charities and nonprofit organizations. Reflecting on his storied journey to date, he attributes his success to courage and unwavering consistency, emphasizing the balance between taking bold steps when necessary while also adhering to fundamental business practices each day.
Happily married to his spouse Holly and a proud father of two children — Eli and Emmaline — Mr. Carlson cherishes spending time with his family above all else. Together with Holly, he strives to nurture their children into kindhearted individuals while maintaining a successful business and a strong marriage.
Looking toward the future, Mr. Carlson remains focused on structuring Real Estate in Park City for continued growth within the second-home market — particularly golf and ski-home properties — while representing buyers and sellers with diligence and integrity. He aims to further develop his team while ensuring that every transaction meets the highest standards of representation and client care, reflecting his longstanding legacy of continuous growth and helping others through everything he does.
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