DEREK BARKA
MEET DEREK
PARTNER, CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER
As Chief Technology Officer at SilverTech, Derek defines and drives the agency’s technology vision—helping clients harness data, digital platforms, and emerging technologies to solve complex business challenges and build meaningful, lasting customer relationships.
Known for finding solutions to the toughest and most complicated technology challenges, Derek combines innovation with deep expertise across enterprise architecture, cloud infrastructure, custom development, and big data. He brings a security-first mindset and a sharp focus on privacy and compliance, enabling organizations to build secure, scalable, and future-ready digital ecosystems.
Derek serves as a strategic adviser to both SilverTech’s technology partners and clients. He works closely with platform providers—often consulting on product roadmaps—to ensure solutions align with real-world business needs and deliver maximum value. He also helps client organizations develop and execute digital roadmaps that make the most of their existing systems and data, integrating legacy technologies with modern platforms where and when it makes sense to drive growth, stay competitive, and support long-term success.
Throughout his career, Derek has played a key role in shaping the tools and platforms that power modern digital marketing. He is a recognized authority and thought leader in the martech space—recently named a Kentico MVP and Progress Sitefinity Champion. Derek holds numerous certifications, including Kentico Developer, Kentico Marketer, Sitefinity Developer, and Sitecore Developer.
SilverTech Recognized with Industry Website Design and Development Award for Two Financial Clients
6/12/25
Kentico Selects United Federal Credit Union and Winchester Savings Bank Websites for Site of the Month Awards.
Bedford, NH — June 12, 2025 — SilverTech, a leading national digital experience agency, announced that it has been awarded two Kentico May 2025 Site of the Month honors for its standout website digital experiences for United Federal Credit Union (UFCU) and Winchester Savings Bank (WSB).
Each month, Kentico highlights the most impressive and innovative websites built on its digital experience platform, Xperience by Kentico. Being selected for two Sites of the Month is a testament to SilverTech’s deep technical expertise, strategic approach to customer experience, user-centric design, and commitment to helping financial institutions thrive in today’s digital landscape.
“It’s an honor to be recognized by Kentico for our work partnering with these two trusted financial brands,” said Nick Soggu, CEO of SilverTech. “Our team works tirelessly to create digital solutions that are not only technically sound but also provide lasting, impactful results for our clients and their customers.”
United Federal Credit Union: A Fast, Strategic Sitecore-to-Kentico Migration
SilverTech successfully migrated UFCU’s digital presence from Sitecore to Kentico Xperience by Kentico (XbyK) in just six months. The project focused on improving user experience, simplifying content management, and creating custom features to support members’ needs. The result is a sleek, modern website that positions UFCU for continued growth and innovation.
“Receiving this recognition from Kentico is a testament to our commitment to innovation and member service,” said Kaylee Ganus, United’s Chief Marketing Officer. “Our goal was to create a seamless, intuitive, and secure online experience. With the help of SilverTech and Kentico, we’ve done just that.”
Winchester Savings Bank: Elevating Member Experience Through Strategic Design
For Winchester Savings Bank, SilverTech delivered a refreshed audience-focused website with a clean design, simplified navigation, and improved accessibility, all tailored to better serve WSB’s local customer base. The project prioritized user experience, engagement, enhanced mobile usability, and content management flexibility for internal teams, all within a streamlined digital strategy ensuring the website meets both marketing and compliance needs.
These wins further underscore SilverTech’s position as a top-tier Kentico Gold Partner with 30 years of experience building custom digital platforms for banks, credit unions, and financial service organizations. SilverTech has previously won Kentico Site of the Year and numerous Site of the Month awards.
To learn more about SilverTech’s award-winning work, visit www.silvertech.com.
About SilverTech
SilverTech is a leading digital experience agency redefining how businesses engage with their customers. Founded in 1996, the national agency is changing the game for clients who seek an unexpectedly enjoyable experience to solve even the most complex digital business challenges. SilverTech sets the bar higher when it comes to smart and satisfying client-agency partnerships. Services include digital strategy, digital marketing, user experience strategy & design, advanced web and application design & development, digital experience technology implementation, and digital transformation. Chief Marketer selected SilverTech as a ‘Top 200 Agency’. Clients include national and global brands such as Allison Transmission, Nova Scotia Power, Drexel University, Georgia Pacific, Renown Health, United Community Bank, Fulton Bank, and many others.
