Derek Wolf
Hemp and Block
As Founder and CEO of Hemp and Block, Derek Wolf oversees the day-to-day operations and management of America’s first hempcrete block company. Derek brings a unique combination of experience in manufacturing, business management, construction, and the industrial hemp industry. With over 20 years’ experience in these key fields, Derek Wolf leads Hemp and Block as a trusted American manufacturer of natural building materials that are sustainable, energyefficient, and climate-resilient.
11:30am
Thursday Breakout Hub
Building with Hemp Today: Lessons from the Field
A practical, builder-led discussion on delivering hemp construction projects in the U.S., covering methods, permitting, labor, costs, and real-world client demand.