David Holland

About David Holland

You know the moment.A fire in a kitchen.A pipe fails overnight.A storm breaches the roof.Yesterday the asset was performing.Today it’s exposed.Residents want answers.Operators need direction.Ownership wants clarity.In those moments, response matters.But capital discipline matters more.I’ve lived both sides of that equation.I started in maintenance, responding to flooded basements and emergency calls. I moved through leasing, property management, and senior leadership roles overseeing larger portfolios, budgets, and ownership expectations. I’ve seen how a small incident becomes a six-figure loss when decisions are rushed, misaligned, or poorly scoped.I’ve also seen how early stabilization and clear financial modeling preserve equity and protect long-term performance.Today at BELFOR Property Restoration, I work at the intersection of operations and ownership.My role is not just deploying equipment.It’s helping owners and operators think clearly under pressure.• Stabilize quickly to stop deterioration• Quantify scope before committing capital• Align insurance strategy with asset performance goals• Protect value whether the path is restore, reposition, refinance, or exitAs a Certified Property Manager® (CPM) and MBA, I understand how operating expenses, reserve planning, insurance structures, and capital improvements impact NOI and long-term asset value.As a licensed real estate broker in New York, I also understand valuation, transaction dynamics, and how recovery decisions influence future optionality.Backed by BELFOR’s global network, I bring the perspective of a former operator and the resources of the world’s largest restoration firm to multifamily owners, investment groups, and leadership teams who take asset protection seriously.Beyond my day-to-day work, I remain deeply engaged in the industry:• Governing Councillor and Instructor, IREM• Vice Chair, IREM Sustainability Advisory Committee• National Apartment Association Apartmentalize Committee Member• Board Member, IREM Rochester-Western New York• Board Member, APTS of NYDisaster recovery is not just about cleanup.It’s about preserving capital, protecting trust, and positioning assets to perform long after the incident is over.If you own or oversee investment property and value disciplined decision-making during high-pressure events, let’s connect.

Experience

1. Sales Account Manager (Upstate Ny)

   BELFOR Property Restoration

   Oct 2024 — Present

   Sales Account Manager (Upstate NY)Oct 2024 – Present Serve as the single point of contact for property‑management executives across 56 NY counties—handling pre‑loss vendor onboarding, COIs, W‑9s, and contract reviews.Coordinate local BELFOR teams for water, fire, and mold events, keeping owners informed through daily progress calls.Liaise with BELFOR legal to red‑line client contracts and maintain momentum during 2‑ to 3‑week review cycles.

Education

• University at Albany

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, International Business

  2020 — 2022

• SUNY Brockport

  Bachelor’s Degree, Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies

  2010 — 2014