Who finds the client?
The Contractor does. In short, bring the customer in the door, JVLD closes them for the contractor.
How does JVLD get paid?
JVLD is paid a percentage of the gross value of the project, please schedule an in office presentation for details.
What size projects does JVLD work on?
While JLVD has no firm policy in place, we prefer to have projects starting in the high 5-figure range ($75,000) into the 7- figure range ($1,000,000).
How much training does JVLD need?
JLVD can sell for you the day after a corporate agreement is reached. However, if you wish to shadow John on initial sales calls, your review of our process and technique is always welcome.
What becomes of my (the contractor) current sales/design staff?
Often, JLVD is called upon to handle more complex, multi-faceted projects. Utilizing John’s services does not necessarily mean JLVD replaces your staff, we simply are a complement to your firm. You may choose to use JV S&D exclusively (as some have), this is completely up to you. If you’re worried that ‘cherry-picking’ the best leads for JV S&D may effect your current designers, try us out and see how we perform for you! If it is a good match, we can continue, if there isn’t, we go our separate ways…
What are your credentials, academic or otherwise?
Academically, John is a graduate landscape architect and a civil engineer (Masters and Bachelors of Science, respectively). Secularly, he has worked as a commercial construction project manager (6 years), a developer/builder (4 years), a garden designer and salesman (10 years). He has owned his own companies or has worked in managerial/sales positions for nearly all his career. He is a member of the ASLA and the AIA has volunteered in many professional and religious organizations since youth.