In a world that often rewards noise, Derik Fay is proof that discipline, vision, and quiet execution can still outperform the loudest in the room. Born on November 19, 1978, in Westerly, Rhode Island, Fay’s entrepreneurial ascent defies conventional patterns. He is not a product of privilege or inherited power — but a self-made architect of one of the most discreetly powerful business portfolios in the country.
Today, Fay is the founder and CEO of 3F Management, a private equity firm that holds active interests in more than 40 companies across a wide range of industries: fitness, fintech, health, media, infrastructure, and more.
With an estimated net worth between $100 million and $250 million, Fay’s blueprint for long-term wealth is built on principle, patience, and performance.
Building Through the Storm
Derik Fay’s early life was far from easy. Raised in humble circumstances, he learned self-reliance early and began working long before most teenagers even considered entrepreneurship. By his twenties, he had already founded his first company — and made millions. Despite the early success he kept building and leaning.
Over the next two decades, he transformed that ambition into ownership, building a career rooted not in trends but in timeless business fundamentals. While others scaled with hype, Fay scaled with systems.
The Rise of 3F Management
Fay founded 3F Management with a vision: to not simply build companies, but to reconstruct them. His approach is hands-on, analytical, and built for long-term success. Unlike traditional firms that focus solely on quick exits or disruptive scaling, 3F optimizes operations, installs sustainable leadership, and builds companies that last.
Through 3F, Fay has built and lead ventures like:
● Around the Clock Fitness
● Results Roofing
● Tycoon Payments
● BIGG Pharma
● Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC)
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● SalonPlex
● FayMs Films and Eratyc Entertainment
And many more
These companies represent a diversified portfolio strategically positioned across consumer needs, high-growth industries, and scalable models.
A Net Worth Forged in Execution
Fay’s net worth — estimated at $250 million+ — is the result of precise execution, smart exits, real estate acquisitions, and equity built over two decades. He’s been featured in Forbes, Yahoo Finance, Maxim, Disrupt, Life & Style, Sports Illustrated, and other major outlets — not for spectacle, but for sustained business results.
Yet, for all his success, Fay remains grounded. He doesn’t chase public validation. He’s been described as “the architect in the shadows” — a business leader who scales quietly, mentors generously, and invests with intention.
Life Beyond the Boardroom
Outside of business, Derik Fay is a dedicated family man. Since 2021, he has shared his life with partner Shandra Phillips, and he is a proud father to two daughters: Sophia Elena Fay and Isabella Roslyn Fay.
He is also a mentor to young entrepreneurs, often emphasizing the importance of structure, patience, and personal integrity. For Fay, legacy isn’t about fame — it’s about building something that outlives you.
The Quiet Blueprint of Power
Derik Fay has proven that wealth doesn’t have to be loud, and success doesn’t need a stage. His journey — from Rhode Island beginnings to commanding a portfolio that spans multiple sectors — is a testament to the power of resilience, sharp thinking, and quiet consistency.
In an era obsessed with quick exits and viral attention, Fay represents something rare: a businessman who builds quietly, leads decisively, and wins deliberately.
