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Deron Nelson
Tustin,CA
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Summary
Seasoned and results-driven leader with extensive experience driving workplace services, facilities management, corporate travel management and initiatives across multi-site corporate environments. Strategic in optimizing real estate portfolios, space planning, and office design to align with evolving business objectives and enhance employee experience. Adept at managing multimillion-dollar OPEX and CAPEX budgets along with achieving measurable cost reductions through data-driven decisions and vendor negotiations. Innovative in implementing ESG and operational efficiency programs that elevate organizational performance and sustainability outcomes. Collaborative in leading cross-functional teams and partners to deliver large-scale relocations, infrastructure upgrades, and business service excellence.
Overview
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Self-employed
Independent Contract Facilities Director
2024.10 - Current (1 education.year_Label & 8 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Negotiate and manage contracts to support a client's office relocation, while overseeing all vendor and infrastructure coordination.
- Review and finalize agreements for IT circuit installation, structure cabling, furniture, printers, coffee services, and first aid supplies.
- Set up and manage vendor relationships to ensure seamless installation and service activation.
- Represented client on OAC calls to address scheduling, aligned with project timelines, and coordinated day-one readiness.
- Negotiated vendor agreements that achieved measurable monthly cost savings while maintaining service quality and reliability.
- Established key performance indicators to monitor facility operations and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Trace3Irvine, CA
Director of Business Services and Sustainability
2019.08 - 2024.10 (5 education.years_Label & 2 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Led business services across Trace3's corporate operations, while overseeing 288,000 square feet of office and warehouse facilities across 13 U.S. sites.
- Coordinated with real estate brokers, vendors, and strategic partners in real estate initiatives, including site selection, lease negotiation, and infrastructure upgrades.
- Developed and managed departmental operating budgets, procurement, and contract management to ensure alignment with financial objectives.
- Directed Trace3 ESG program and collaborated with internal teams to set emissions reduction goals and prepare submissions for CDP, Ecovadis, and SBTi.
- Oversaw $7M relocation project construction in Milpitas, CA.
- Saved company $600K while establishing and managing contracts department.
- Managed rightsizing and utilization of 13 domestic offices, lab environments, datacenters, warehouse, and subleased locations.
- Achieved high employee adoption and cost savings by implementing and expanding travel program.
- Enhanced corporate travel by negotiating favorable vendor agreements and improving traveler experiences.
Trace3Irvine, CA
Facilities Manager
2013.11 - 2019.08 (5 education.years_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Directed comprehensive facilities management, focusing on departmental and organizational standards for corporate real estate and workplace design.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to align real estate strategies and design principles with business objectives.
- Documented operational program progress in physical security, travel expenses, and workplace safety policies.
- Guided facilities and business services teams in managing corporate travel operations and budgeting.
- Improved space utilization resulting in decrease in operational costs.
- Initiated cost optimization strategies and generated detailed travel, facilities, and real estate reports.
- Established first facilities management standards and expanded department to enhance internal operations.
- Spearheaded development and implementation of guidelines, optimized space utilization, and fostered operational efficiency.
Toshiba America Electronic ComponentsIrvine, CA
Office Services Supervisor
2011.03 - 2013.11 (2 education.years_Label & 8 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Supervised staff across the mailroom, reception, and goods receiving to maintain efficient office operations.
- Managed vendor relationships involving furniture arrangements, HVAC system upkeep, and office equipment procurement.
- Facilitated sublease procedures through strategic planning of space reductions.
- Collaborated in the development of the ISO 14001 environmental program, driving sustainability initiatives in office services.
- Spearheaded the planning and execution of a multi-floor office relocation project.
- Achieved cost savings in the Office Services Department through innovative resource management.
- Led a large-scale relocation project involving coordination across multiple floors to optimize space utilization.
Education
UC Irvine Division of Continuing Education
Business Administration and Management
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Skills
- Facilities Management
- Corporate Travel Management
- ESG & Sustainability Programs
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- OPEX & CAPEX Budget Management
- Construction & Relocation Projects
- Team Leadership & Training
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Procurement & Strategic Sourcing
- Vendor & Contract Negotiation
- Environmental, Health & Safety
- Workplace Technology Integration
Military Experience
Military Experience
US NAVY, IT1(SW/AW), 1994-2002
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Interests
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Timeline
Independent Contract Facilities Director
Self-employed
2024.10 - Current (1 education.year_Label & 8 education.months_Label)
Director of Business Services and Sustainability
Trace3
2019.08 - 2024.10 (5 education.years_Label & 2 education.months_Label)
Facilities Manager
Trace3
2013.11 - 2019.08 (5 education.years_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
Office Services Supervisor
Toshiba America Electronic Components
2011.03 - 2013.11 (2 education.years_Label & 8 education.months_Label)
UC Irvine Division of Continuing Education
Business Administration and Management