Diego Salinas Email & Phone Number

Boston, MA, US

Execute multiple simultaneous Residential Construction Projects in the Greater Boston AreaControl budgets and carry bidding processes for tradesCreate estimates for additional scope of work

Managua, Managua, NI

• Oversee finance, accounting, legal, administration and accounts receivable departments; Maximized risk mitigation through effective information sharing and inter-departmental collaboration. Reduced cost of errors in.
• Transformed cost centers into revenue-generating operations by developing a new process and launching it as a service with 2 major clients already acquired by September 2022
• Valuated start-ups for investment recommendation to board, leading to $500k investment in two new ventures
• Engaged in strategic planning to branch out into new sectors in construction such as distribution centers and warehouses for textile companies. These clients now account for almost half of holding company's revenue.
• Analyzed more than 25 different real estate projects in commercial, residential, hospitality and industrial sectors; designed financial models and valuations to sell projects to equity investors and commercial banks

Managua, Managua, NI

• Leadership position responsible for quarterly financial reporting, budget efficiency, cash flow forecasting, Ad Hoc Analysis, and risk mitigation
• Performed business analytics on cost-centers and budgets to improve efficiency, cash flow, and lower expenses obtaining 17% reduction in overhead cost
• Built financial model with initial valuation, developed business plan, and negotiated a loan for construction of a $20 million, 240,000-sqft shopping center in Managua
• Analyzed competitive environment and pricing data to determine pricing strategy and begin commercialization of store spaces. Strategy achieved financial goals in less than 6 months
• Developed decision-making and collaboration abilities in accounting team, improving morale and efficiency

Managua, Managua, NI

• Financial Analyst. Financial modeling of real estate projects and proforma development analysis; Presented projects to investors and advised on feasibility of projects and best course of action.
• Kick-started $5 million residential real estate project; Designed financial model and business plan and presented to local banks and equity investors; Secured initial $1M capital investment.

• Head of Finance and Administration, Co-founder
• Launched startup for import, distribution, and retail of solar energy equipment, Reached $500k in sales in first year with net income of 38%
• Created business plan and financial model through research on industry business drivers and competitive landscape. Obtained initial $50k revolving credit for imports with presented plan
• Collaborated with procurement team in logistics, customs, and negotiations with suppliers from China, US, and Europe to import more than $300k in solar panels, batteries, and solar inverters
• Led cross functional team for institutional sales. Landed first major client for company worth $250k

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Business Administration And Management, General

Bachelor Of Business Administration (Bba), Finance, General, Economics

Year Abroad, Economics

High School Diploma