Derrick Scobey, the founder, CEO, and primary black car driver of EXCALIBUR Executive Black Car Service, was born and raised in Oklahoma City. His father, a 35-year Oklahoma City Police Officer, and his mother, a homemaker, instilled in him the values of hard work and dedication. Derrick’s commitment to education led him to Rose State College and the University of Central Oklahoma, where he honed his intellectual capabilities and prepared for his future endeavors.
During college, he became an entrepreneur, and at the young age of 23, a longtime OKC jewelry owner asked him to become a full partner with him, primarily because Derrick was excellent at sales and marketing.
Derrick’s journey took a significant turn when he relocated to the DFW Metroplex within five years and settled in McKinney, Texas. Here, he embarked on his ministry journey, all while maintaining his role in sales and marketing.
In 2006, a young entrepreneur with a sales team of 65+ consultants recognized Derrick’s potential and recruited him from his managerial role in a local McKinney, Texas, automobile dealership to be the General Sales Manager of his 100+ employee organization.
After four very productive years with this company, Derrick was asked by the First Baptist Church of McKinney, a 5,000-member church, to leave the secular workforce and become their full-time Senior Teaching Pastor. Derrick remained in this role until relocating back to his beloved home city after 20 years in the Dallas Metroplex to be the Senior Pastor of an 80-year-old historic church.
Derrick’s commitment to his community is truly commendable. He has taken on numerous civic leadership roles within Oklahoma City and has significantly impacted, particularly during the pandemic. His service to over 150,000 children and families, disaster relief efforts, and partnership with World Vision International are just a few examples of his selfless dedication.
Recently, Derrick’s daughter graduated from the University of North Texas. During his daughter’s tenure at UNT, Derrick started looking for an additional revenue stream since kids in college are costly!
As Derrick began driving on the Uber Premier platform, he quickly realized the potential for a more personalized service. His professionalism and dedication to customer satisfaction led to the establishment of EXCALIBUR Executive Black Car Service. Derrick’s ability to establish relationships with a diverse clientele, including corporate executives, professional athletes, business owners, musicians, judges, politicians, and professionals, has been a critical factor in the success of his business.
Many of these are residents of Nichols Hills, Rose Creek, Crown Heights, Edgemere Heights/Park, Mesta Park, Lincoln Terrace, Quail Creek, Val Verde, Gaillardia, and many more.
After careful consideration and with the support of his wife, Angela, Derrick decided to embark on a new entrepreneurial venture. They created an LLC and launched the EXCALIBUR Executive Black Car Service. Derrick’s keen business sense and commitment to providing top-notch service have been instrumental in the business’s success. Together, they invested in a 2023 Black Cadillac Escalade ESV and a Black Lincoln Navigator, forming a stunning and well-maintained ‘Mini’ fleet of luxury SUVs.
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In January 2021, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt personally honored Derrick by giving him the Oklahoma State Challenge Coin for his contributions throughout the State of Oklahoma during the pandemic.
In February 2021, Derrick’s leadership and community service during the pandemic were recognized on the United States House Congressional Floor in Washington, D.C. He was honored as a ‘Hometown Hero’ by the Oklahoma 5th District United States Congresswoman Stephanie Bice. This recognition is a testament to Derrick’s leadership and significant community contributions during a challenging time.
In recognition of his outstanding service during the pandemic, the City of Oklahoma City Office of Mayor David Holt bestowed upon Derrick Scobey and the church he pastors a Citation. This was in appreciation of their work, which included distributing over 13 million dollars worth of food, household goods, school supplies, and more through their partnership with the Humanitarian Organization World Vision International. The Citation also recognized Derrick’s work in racial reconciliation and hosting large-scale vaccination pods at his church during the pandemic.
Derrick’s commitment to public service extends beyond his business and church responsibilities. He serves on the Oklahoma Alzheimer’s Association Board, the Oklahoma County Criminal Justice Authority, the Oklahoma City Public Schools Citizens Oversight Committee for a 950 million dollar school bond, and the Stephenson Cancer Center African-American Cancer Research Community Advisory Board. His involvement in these organizations reflects his dedication to positively impacting his community.
Derrick was also personally asked by Oklahoma City Thunder owner Clay Bennett to serve on a committee for a quarter-billion-dollar bond proposal for a new detention center in Oklahoma County. The bond proposal was successful.
Other Awards & Recognitions:
- In 2021, Derrick was recognized by Rep. Jason Lowe for his work in the community.
In June 2021, Mr. Russell Perry, Mr. Kevin Perry, and The Black Chronicle recognized Derrick’s contributions to the community. They honored him as the recipient of the 2021 Juneteenth Music and Arts Festival Rita Washington Soul Awakening Public Servant of the Year. This prestigious award is a testament to Derrick’s commitment to public service and his significant contributions to the community.
- In 2021, Derrick was honored by The Oklahoma City Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, for his community service work. This organization awarded him the 2021 Dr. Chalon E. Anderson Community Service Award.
- In 2022, Derrick served as Grand Marshal for the Oklahoma City Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade in Downtown OKC.
- November 2022, Derrick was awarded the Uplift Our Community Award by the Alpha Kappa Alpha, Inc.-Beta Sigma Omega Chapter.
Derrick’s personal life is as fulfilling as his professional one. He is married to Angela Bush Scobey, a Biotech Pharmaceutical Medical Specialist with an undergraduate degree from The University of Oklahoma and an MBA from Oklahoma City University. Together, they have five children and are the proud grandparents of identical triplet granddaughters. They reside in Edmond, Oklahoma, where they enjoy a balanced life, juggling their professional commitments and family responsibilities.