Erik Kurt Scrivens

• Developed and implemented business strategies to drive growth and profitability.
• Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and resource allocation.
• Cultivated strong relationships with clients, enhancing customer satisfaction and retention.
• Oversaw financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and expense tracking.
• Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities and inform decision-making.
• Coordinated marketing efforts to enhance brand visibility and attract new clients.
• Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
• Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
• Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
• Established foundational processes for business operations.
• Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
• Expanded product offerings by researching market trends and identifying potential growth opportunities.
• Expanded business into new markets, cond
• Optimized supply chain operations, negotiating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products.
• Led negotiations for major contracts, securing favorable terms that significantly reduced costs.
• and so much more.

• Assisted clients in identifying RV preferences and lifestyle needs.
• Conducted thorough consultations to match customers with suitable RV options.
• Maintained accurate records of client interactions and follow-ups.
• Collaborated with sales team to streamline customer service processes.
• Developed personalized recommendations based on client feedback and desires.
• Adapted quickly to changes in inventory and market trends.
• Supported marketing initiatives by promoting RV events and promotions.

• Developed and implemented marketing strategies to boost brand awareness and sales growth.
• Managed both residential and commercial customer relationships through effective communication and follow-ups, enhancing client satisfaction.
• Developed customized sales presentations for key clients, resulting in increased business partnerships.
• Exceeded quarterly sales targets through diligent follow-ups, customer-focused solutions, and persuasive negotiation skills.
• Improved overall team performance by providing mentorship to junior representatives, sharing best practices, and promoting a positive work environment.

• Analyzed market trends to provide strategic insights and recommendations for clients.
• Developed comprehensive reports outlining project findings and actionable strategies for improvement.
• Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
• Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Conducted thorough market research and analysis, providing valuable insights for client decision making.
• Located and negotiated raw land for developers, ranging from $500,000USD to $750,000,000.
• Worked with small to large land developers, requiring land for both commercial and residential uses.
• Negotiated contracts and agreements on behalf of clients, securing favorable terms and conditions.
• utilized a version of Occam's Razor in typical approach and negotiation with land owner. In other words, keep it simple and clean.
• Developed and maintained strong client relationships, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and repeat business.
• Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.

• Developed software, merging comprehensive appraisal reports ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Led strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency across appraisal processes. Reduced typical commercial appraisal writing by over 60%
• Streamlined workplace workflow by implementing automated tools for data management and report generation.
• Analyzed market trends to inform appraisal methodologies and improve accuracy of evaluations.
• Established quality assurance protocols to maintain high standards in appraisal outputs.
• Sold my portion of the company to move back to Myrtle Beach SC where my wife was originally from.

• Baseline of the company, was scanning all FEMA flood maps of teh time, placing them on CD ROM and creating a viewing program for the users to copy and paste, the actual map and integrate it into their appraisal software.
• Next step, create a geo reference software package to be used with the scanned images, allowing each map to be triangulated and overlayed with a street map, showing the property and surrounding area, if it was located in a flood zone or not, and which flood zone.
• Next step, placing the flood maps on the internet, with a higher level of integration.
• Led a team of employees, providing mentorship and fostering professional development.
• Streamlined operational processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Managed day-to-day business operations.
• Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
• Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
• Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
• Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
• Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.
• Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
• Ensured regulatory compliance by staying abreast of industry-related changes and implementing necessary policies or procedures as needed.
• Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
• Sold this company to a company in Austin TX, to integrate with their companies expansion.

• Conducted comprehensive property inspections to assess market value accurately.
• Analyzed real estate market trends to provide informed appraisal reports.
• Developed detailed written reports outlining findings, methodologies, and recommendations.

• Collaborated with clients and stakeholders to clarify appraisal needs and expectations.
• Implemented quality control measures to enhance accuracy of appraisal evaluations.
• Streamlined workflow processes, resulting in improved turnaround times for appraisals.
• Took photographs of interior and exterior of buildings to properly document features and conditions.
• Inspected new and existing properties and noted distinctive characteristics.
• Gathered information on nearby properties to compare and help make value determinations on properties.
• Researched land, property and market values to complete estimations.
• Stayed updated on market trends for local area and similar property types.
• Performed appraisals in line with federal requirements and USPAP guidelines.

• Led property listings and marketing strategies to enhance visibility and attract potential buyers.
• Negotiated sales agreements, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and client satisfaction.
• Developed strong client relationships, providing personalized service to meet diverse real estate needs.
• Conducted thorough market analysis to advise clients on pricing strategies and investment opportunities.
• Collaborated with mortgage brokers and inspectors to facilitate seamless closing processes for clients.
• Negotiated favorable contract terms for clients by effectively leveraging market knowledge and strong communication skills.
• Negotiated real estate contracts to navigate transactions between buyers and sellers.
• Conducted competitive market analysis to determine optimal pricing for properties.
• Collaborated with mortgage brokers, attorneys, and other stakeholders to expedite processes while maintaining clear communication channels throughout each transaction.
• Conducted thorough due diligence investigations for clients to identify potential risks or concerns before proceeding with transactions.

night classes and day classes, approximately 2 years of training, to obtain my brokers license in Ontario Canada.

courses included appraisal, real estate law, property management, report writing and finance

obtained my New York state certification as a Real Estate Appraiser.

since I was a real estate broker in Canada, I proved my courses and diplomas prior, and once I took certain real estate courses, I was allowed to write the state exams for a South Carolina Real Estate Broker (ID 51515).

I also obtained my South Carolina Real Estate Appraisal certification

general business and economics classes. structured courses in marketing and legal, with a focus on contract writing.