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David Joshua LaRavia

Shreveport,LA

Summary

Results-driven professional with extensive experience in acquisition, procurement and solar project development. Adept at developing and implementing effective acquisition strategies that align with organizational goals. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results while adapting to changing needs. Proficient in negotiation and management with reliable and flexible approach.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Land Acquisition Specialist/ Project Development

Actualize Solar
01.2023 - Current
  • Achieved successful outcomes in negotiations with land owners by employing strong analytical skills and persuasive communication techniques.
  • Managed approximately 30 incoming calls, text, and emails per day from clients.
  • Implemented effective risk management strategies to mitigate potential challenges throughout the acquisition process.
  • Developed comprehensive acquisition plans to support organizational growth and strategic objectives.
  • Prepared detailed reports on acquisition activities for senior leadership review, highlighting key achievements and areas requiring attention or improvement.
  • Maintained organized file management system to promote accessibility.
  • Monitored contract performance against established metrics, identifying areas for improvement and initiating corrective actions as needed.
  • Improved client relationships, resulting in more favorable contract terms and cost savings.

Lead Manager

Sandrock Roofing and Construction
08.2021 - Current
  • Managed and lead the emergency response after
    Hurricane Ida resulting in 55 emergency service calls fulfilled, 45 new roofs, and over $750,000 in new business.
  • Consulted in all areas of the company
    including: sales, marketing, finances, materials
    procurement, and installation.
  • Administered bookkeeping functions to generate
    invoices and handle accounts payable and
    receivable.
  • Submitted project deliverables to clients, ensured
    adherence to quality standards.
  • Optimized pricing strategies to drive revenue growth while maintaining customer value perception.
  • Spearheaded cost-saving initiatives by identifying redundancies across projects and reallocating resources accordingly.

Project Manager and Salesman

Ahlers Roofing and Construction
08.2020 - 08.2021
  • Tarped homes after Hurricane Laura unexpectedly destroyed large portions of Southwest Louisiana, my homestate.
  • Secured 85 signed contracts totaling over 1.75
    million dollars in approximately 6 months post hurricane.
  • Managed all Louisiana operations including the sub
    contractors, material procurement, client
    relationships and sales.
  • Installed 25 metal roofs and 60 shingle roofs, while successfully navigating the supply chain and labor force shortages caused by Hurricane Delta
  • Ahler's salesman of the year in 2020.
  • Leveraged project management software (Pipedrive)
    to facilitate project workflow.

Property and Project Manager

Blakewood Community
04.2018 - 07.2020
  • Managed security, facilities, office staff, and leasing of 135 brand new modular homes
  • Maintained updated records of property vacancies and
    lease renewals to proactively fill open units, as well as detailed budgets and financial report for properties.
  • Purchased building and maintenance supplies and
    coordinated with subcontractors to facilitate repairs.
  • Maintained 100 percent occupancy during the Covid Pandemic
  • Under my leadership the complex sold for 8 million
    dollars, three times the original investment

Team Leader

Avant
07.2015 - 12.2017
  • Lead a cross-cultural team to Athens, Greece to respond to the humanitarian crisis.
  • Focused on aiding nationals back to work and
    worked to house, clothe and feed the refugee community.
  • Mobilized more than 200 student missionaries and aid
    from the USA in response to the influx of refugees, as a result of the war in Turkey and Syria.
  • Mobilized Greek nationals in the business community.
  • Raised capital, identified investments, provided life coaching and business coaching.
  • Lead the mission team through Juice Training, specializing in conflict management and resolution.


Education

Master of Divinity - Languages

NEW ORLEANS THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY
NEW ORLEANS, LA
05-2007

Bachelor of Arts - History

LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY
Baton Rouge, LA
05-2002

Skills

  • Strategic problem analysis
  • Client relationship management
  • Persuasive communication expertise
  • Strong lead development skills
  • Goal-oriented
  • Enhancing client engagement
  • Prospective client outreach
  • Excellent negotiating tactics
  • Skilled in utilizing Microsoft Office Suite tools
  • Project management skills
  • Versatile problem-solving
  • Strategic issue resolution
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Deal structuring

Accomplishments

  • Secured 3- 20+ MW projects across 919 acres in Virginia.
  • Secured 350+ MW project across 4292 acres in Tennessee.
  • Secured 220+ MW project across 1335 acres; a 200+ MW project across 1208 acres; 150+ MW project across 801 acres; 6 MW project across 2513 acres in Georgia
  • Secured 150+ MW project across 964 acres and a 200+ MW project across 1041 acres in Mississippi
  • Secured 200+ MW project across 1173 acres in Arkansas.
  • Secured 75+ MW project across 555 acres in Louisiana
  • 2020 Salesman of the Year Ahler's Roofing and Construction for over 1.75 Million dollars in sales

Timeline

Land Acquisition Specialist/ Project Development

Actualize Solar
01.2023 - Current

Lead Manager

Sandrock Roofing and Construction
08.2021 - Current

Project Manager and Salesman

Ahlers Roofing and Construction
08.2020 - 08.2021

Property and Project Manager

Blakewood Community
04.2018 - 07.2020

Team Leader

Avant
07.2015 - 12.2017

Master of Divinity - Languages

NEW ORLEANS THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY

Bachelor of Arts - History

LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY

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