Derrick Watson named on Black Impact Magazine's 100 Entrepreneurs To Know
- Black Impact

- Oct 21
- 1 min read

Derrick Watson is a visionary tech entrepreneur, multi-business owner, and the founder of EOSware—an all-in-one entrepreneurial operating system that uses artificial intelligence to automate, streamline, and grow beauty and wellness businesses. Based in Bellingham, Washington, Derrick’s entrepreneurial journey spans over a decade, with successful ventures including Zazen Salon Spa, Maxx Hair Studios, Fenex Coffee, and Anytime Fitness. He built each business from the ground up, blending cutting-edge technology with a deep understanding of community, service, and culture.
What sets Derrick apart is his ability to translate lived experience into scalable solutions. EOSware isn’t just software—it’s a movement. It was created to help business owners who never thought they could run a successful company feel empowered to do just that. With built-in tools for AI consulting, payroll, website building, marketing automation, POS, and financial management, EOSware is becoming a trusted business partner to hundreds of beauty entrepreneurs across the country.
A proud father, husband, and football coach, Derrick’s mission is to increase the self-esteem of everyone he touches—whether through a haircut, a cup of coffee, a kind word, or a breakthrough in business. He believes impact is measured not in dollars, but in dignity.
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