Peter Desoto

About Peter Desoto

Strategic Sales Leader | Optimizing Supply Chains & Lighting Design for Major Multi-Family Developers across the Western U.S.For over 15 years, I have served as a strategic partner to some of the nation’s largest residential developers and electrical contractors, navigating the complexities of large-scale construction supply. Currently managing a significant annual portfolio, my focus goes beyond procurement—I specialize in de-risking the lighting and electrical lifecycle to protect project margins and schedules.I lead a specialized team at Regency Supply that integrates photometric analysis, design-assist, and aggressive value engineering (VE) from the pre-construction phase. By identifying cost-saving alternatives and logistical bottlenecks early, I ensure that design intent is met without the \"budget creep\" that plagues complex builds.From high-density urban developments in Southern California to regional expansions in the Mountain West, I am committed to operational excellence and the long-term success of my partners.Core CompetenciesStrategic Pre-Con: Expert photometric design, budgeting, and specification management.Risk Mitigation: Supply chain logistics and lead-time management for multi-unit residential projects.Regional Expansion: Scalable supply solutions across continental U.S.

Experience

1. Business Development Executive

   Regency Supply

   Oct 2017 — Present · San Diego, CA, US

Education

• University of San Diego

  Masters of Science, Executive Leadership

  2010 — 2012

• Vanguard University of Southern California

  Bachelors of Arts, Anthropology

  1994 — 1996

Skills

• Leadership Development
• Budgets
• Social Media
• Strategic Planning
• English
• Event Management
• Executive Coaching
• Non-Profits
• Public Speaking
• Leadership
• Fundraising
• Team Building
• Management
• Research
• Spanish