Derek Bounds, MBA

Examiner
DISC Type : cs

Area Construction Manager at Scott Felder Homes, LLC

New Braunfels, Texas, United States

Overview

Derek is a construction industry veteran with over two decades of experience, managing everything from luxury homes to large-scale land development. An MBA graduate from the Texas McComms School of Business, he is described by peers as determined, hardworking, and an accomplished deal maker, with a history of leading high-performance teams.

As a long-time resident of Central Texas, Derek shows a keen awareness of the local environment and a passion for educating newcomers about the region. He is engaged with community-specific topics and values sharing his knowledge to ensure local safety and appreciation for the areas natural landscape.

He founded his own company, Solace Creek Construction, which won multiple awards for architectural design, kitchens, and bathrooms.

Personality Overview

Status Quo Seeker

Unexpressive

Overcautious

They are thorough and always follow a systematic approach.  They are heavily focused on quality and prefer doing things the right way, even if it takes time. The only way to convince them is by showing them examples and ample proof.

Topics They Care About

Land Development
His career includes extensive experience in land development operations for major home builders and commercial projects, from start to final acceptance.
Custom Home Building
As the founder of Solace Creek Construction, he translated his passion for architecture into an award-winning custom home building business.
Construction Labor Shortage
He has shared content regarding the lack of interest from young people in construction jobs, indicating it is a key industry challenge he follows.

Media Appearances

Derek has no verified media appearances

Work History

7-2022
Area Construction Manager at Scott Felder Homes, LLC
1-2021 - 7-2022
Construction Manager at Bella Vista Homes
7-2019 - 1-2021
Lead Project Manager at Texas MedBuild, LLC
5-2018 - 6-2019
Land Development Project Manager at PulteGroup
3-2008 - 5-2018
President at Solace Creek Construction, Inc

Education

2015 - 6-2017
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Texas McCombs School of Business
1994 - 1996
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) from Texas State University

More Information

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Exp : 17 Location : New Braunfels, Texas, United States Job Level : Middle Designation : Area Construction Manager at Scott Felder Homes, LLC
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Insights For Selling To Derek

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Expect them to be slow and cautious, encourage them to ask more questions
  • Ask them which other stakeholders would be important for this purchase decision
  • Expect them to be vague in response to your questions, ask firmly and pointedly

DONT's

  • Don't push them too hard to make fast decisions, give them time
  • Don't rely on relationship building even if they act pleasantly
  • Don't use phrases like 'do not worry', 'i promise' etc.

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Derek is

  • Low-risk, adoption by others are very important to them, followed by confidence in ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Derek

  • Often, they don't say no, or keep going about it in circles.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Derek move?

  • They do not like to rush and therefore can be quite slow in their decision-making.
  • Can Derek take some risk or not?

  • They have little risk-appetite and prefer to take measured decisions.

You And Derek

Personality Compatibility


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