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Work History
Education
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James M. Davern

Canandaigua,NY

Summary

Seasoned executive with a proven track record of driving growth and operational excellence at Green Renewable Inc, expanding revenue to $50 million. Expert in strategic partnerships and organizational development, I excel in transforming operations and leading high-performing teams. Recognized for mergers and acquisitions prowess, ensuring profitability and market expansion.

Overview

22
years of professional experience

Work History

Green Renewable Inc
Manchester, NY

COO
01.2016 - Current

Job overview

  • Company Overview: Operations, Logistics, Sales, and Marketing
  • Website: Not provided
  • Oversaw all aspects of manufacturing operations, vendor relationships, logistics, sales, and marketing, managing a diverse team of 16 office staff, an 8-member sales force, and approximately 75 plant operational and logistical employees
  • Successfully developed and executed sales and profit plans, achieving annual revenues of $40-50 million
  • Diligently monitored 500+ active customer accounts and consistently explored new sales channels to expand market presence
  • Pioneered strategies that converted sales leads into new business, retained existing accounts, and minimized lost business
  • Collaborated with plant and office personnel to optimize operational systems, processes, policies, and workflows
  • Managed the entire procurement-to-final sale process and recruited, trained, and retained high-performing sales and office staff
  • Operations, Logistics, Sales, and Marketing
  • Website: Not provided

Self-Employed

Commercial Real Estate Investor/Manager
01.2006 - 01.2022

Job overview

  • Company Overview: Commercial Real Estate Investor/Manager
  • Website: Not provided
  • Strategically acquired and managed a diverse portfolio consisting of 100 units of multi-family properties and 7 self-storage facilities, encompassing over 175,000 square feet of rentable storage space
  • Conducted rigorous due diligence for property acquisitions, including financial analysis, market research, and risk assessment, resulting in profitable investments
  • Demonstrated expertise in new construction project development, with comprehensive knowledge of engineering, site development, and cost analysis
  • Successfully oversaw the design and construction of several new properties
  • Managed the entire development process from initial conceptualization to project completion, ensuring timely and cost-effective execution
  • Applied a hands-on approach to property management, identifying underperforming assets and implementing strategic improvements
  • Achieved remarkable increases in revenue generation while simultaneously reducing operational expenses through efficiency improvements and innovative leasing strategies
  • Cultivated strong tenant relationships, fostering a positive tenant experience and tenant retention rates well above industry standards
  • Developed and implemented tenant satisfaction initiatives to enhance tenant loyalty and minimize vacancies
  • Demonstrated a track record of financial prudence by consistently delivering positive returns on investments
  • Oversaw property budgets, financial reporting, and cash flow analysis, optimizing financial performance
  • Conducted comprehensive market analyses to identify emerging opportunities and trends in the commercial real estate sector
  • Strategically expanded the portfolio by acquiring properties in high-growth markets, diversifying the investment portfolio, and maximizing potential returns
  • Ensured compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations governing real estate investments, including property management and leasing laws
  • Commercial Real Estate Investor/Manager
  • Website: Not provided

Beck's Garden Supply LLC
Victor, NY

Owner/President
11.2006 - 01.2017

Job overview

  • Company Overview: Wholesale distribution company
  • Website: Not provided
  • Successfully expanded a wholesale distribution company’s annual revenue from $2.2 million to over $12 million, earning recognition as a Rochester Top 100 company
  • Cultivated new customer relationships and introduced new product lines to diversify offerings
  • Implemented efficient supply chain management practices to maximize efficiency and margins
  • Negotiated the sale of the company to Green Renewable Inc in 2016
  • Wholesale distribution company
  • Website: Not provided

NVR, Inc (Ryan Homes)
Rochester, NY

Production Manager
05.2003 - 10.2006

Job overview

  • Company Overview: Home construction company
  • Website: Not provided
  • Completed a prestigious production training program (PTP) with a top score of 95 on the written exam
  • Named 'NVR Rookie Employee of the Year' in 2003 for the Rochester, NY division
  • Managed all aspects of new home construction, overseeing projects from initiation to certificate of occupancy
  • Supervised 15-30 concurrent construction projects, led a team of 6 direct reports, and managed subcontractors and customer relations
  • Ranked as the top performer in the Rochester NY market for construction timelines, quality scores, cost control initiatives, and customer service ratings
  • Named 'Division MVP' in 2005
  • Home construction company
  • Website: Not provided

Education

Villanova University
Philadelphia, PA

Six Sigma Certification from Lean Manufacturing
01.2013

Saint John Fisher College
Rochester, NY

Bachelor of Arts from History/Political Science
01.2003

Skills

  • Strategic partnerships
  • Organizational development
  • Facilities management
  • Information technology management
  • Mergers and acquisitions
  • International business

Timeline

COO

Green Renewable Inc
01.2016 - Current

Owner/President

Beck's Garden Supply LLC
11.2006 - 01.2017

Commercial Real Estate Investor/Manager

Self-Employed
01.2006 - 01.2022

Production Manager

NVR, Inc (Ryan Homes)
05.2003 - 10.2006

Villanova University

Six Sigma Certification from Lean Manufacturing

Saint John Fisher College

Bachelor of Arts from History/Political Science
James M. Davern