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Alec Rivosa

Greensboro

Summary

Seeking employment in a fast-paced industry that will challenge me personally and professionally, where I can utilize my entrepreneurial spirit, vast organizational skills, and out-of-box thinking to drive positive growth within an industry. Self-motivated professional successful in seizing viable opportunities for expansion and innovation in business. Background in increasing profits, reducing costs, and transforming customer service standards. Experienced in leading and supervising operational and sales teams.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Account Representative

Daikin Applied
06.2023 - Current

As an Account Representative at Daikin Applied, I engage with existing and prospective customers to identify their HVAC needs and ensure they receive optimal service. My role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions while maintaining strong relationships through ongoing outreach and support.

  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with existing and prospective customers to understand their HVAC needs and challenges.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and launch innovative HVAC solutions tailored to customer specifications.
  • Identified market trends and customer preferences to inform product development strategies and enhance competitive positioning.
  • Analyzed sales data and customer feedback to inform product improvement and development initiatives.
  • Monitored project timelines and deliverables to ensure alignment with customer expectations and company objectives.
  • Delivered presentations and product demonstrations to educate customers about new offerings and features.

Founder & Operator

First Priority Life Safety
08.2017 - Current

Company Overview: First Priority distributes a variety of quality safety products, created exclusively for Firefighters and Emergency Medicine professionals.

  • Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
  • Created and implemented a small business marketing plan, to expand business and market share
  • Maintain accounting and financial accounting; payment processing, accounts payable/receivable and taxes
  • Design and implement marketing and sales strategies and implementations.
  • Solely manage inbound sales and service phone calls, messaging and follow up.
  • Conduct Issue Management of Product, Delivery and Quality
  • Continuously evaluate materials received for best possible pricing, to maximize profitability.
  • Analyze the market to find the best vendors, at the most reasonable prices for the company's particular size orders.
  • Communicate and Acquire Alternative Vendors
  • Brand Management & Design

Founder and CEO

Eagle Eye Robotics
02.2024 - Current

Company Overview: Founded Eagle Eye Robotics, an early-stage startup focused on developing autonomous firefighting drones designed to assist with horizontal ventilation and fire suppression in mid-rise and complex structure fires. The company aims to improve firefighter safety and operational efficiency through the deployment of compact drones capable of window breaching and targeted suppressant delivery.

  • Developed the conceptual design for a first-of-its-kind drone that autonomously deploys phosphate and sulfate-based fire suppressant capsules
  • Defined the core mission and tactical applications of the system through research and interviews with fire departments and first responders
  • Engaged directly with large municipal fire departments, including FDNY, to gather market validation and early user feedback
  • Built strategic relationships with drone manufacturers to explore potential partnerships for R&D and future prototyping.
  • Conducted extensive market research into fireground technology gaps, firefighter injury trends, and fire department purchasing behavior to guide product positioning and long-term strategy

Account Funding Specialist

Premium Merchant Funding
06.2018 - 05.2019

Specialized in providing strategic consulting and customized financial solutions to small businesses, helping secure over $1.2M in funding across 25+ organizations.

  • Successfully completed 500+ outbound calls per day, consistently generating 5–10 new clients daily.
  • Delivered ongoing account management and customer service to a portfolio of 150+ small business clients.
  • Built lasting client relationships by conducting professional, consultative conversations to identify business needs and recommend tailored financial options.
  • Guided customers in selecting appropriate products and services, addressing questions, and providing expert advice to drive client satisfaction and retention.
  • Confirmed applicants met lender requirements to repay loans by reviewing applications to determine eligibility.
  • Analyzed credit reports to assess risk and determine applicants' ability to repay loans.
  • Calculated debt-to-income ratios to determine maximum loan amounts and avoid overextending applicants.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT

Skills

  • Entrepreneurial Spirit
  • Effective Communicator
  • Quick Learner
  • Efficient Time Management Processing
  • Excellent Revenue Development and Financial Management
  • Innovative Business Planning
  • Project Management
  • Efficient Goal Setting
  • Policies and Procedures Development
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Quick Judgement and Decision-Making Skills
  • Proficient in Salesforce, Quickbooks, and Microsoft Office products

Accomplishments

  • Nominated Member of the Werth Institute for Entrepreneurship and Innovation
  • Connecticut Next Entrepreneurial Ecosystem (Werth Institute Nominated and Inducted Member)
  • The Werth program links the ecosystem of resources, programs, academic courses, funding, mentorship, education, and activities relating to entrepreneurship and innovation throughout the University.
  • Selected to present Air Force pitch deck for colonel at Wright-Patterson Air Force Bases SBIR Program
  • Awarded $20,000 in “consulting dollars”
  • Member of the United States Air Force Small Business Innovative Research program (AFWERX)

Certification

  • Licensed commercial Part 107 (UAV) Drone Pilot
  • Member of the United States Air Force Small Business Innovative Research program (AFWERX)

Timeline

Founder and CEO

Eagle Eye Robotics
02.2024 - Current

Account Representative

Daikin Applied
06.2023 - Current

Account Funding Specialist

Premium Merchant Funding
06.2018 - 05.2019

Founder & Operator

First Priority Life Safety
08.2017 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University of Connecticut
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