Dbia Christopher Shepard

Christopher Shepard, DBIA, has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Christopher currently holds the position of Vice President at Barr & Barr, Inc. since March 2022. Previously, from 2018 to 2022, they worked at Ameresco as the Senior Manager of Development, where they played a key role in the co-founding and oversight of the Design/Build Vertical Development Unit. Christopher contributed to the company's financial health by developing a significant development baseline, including various types of contracts. Before that, in 2018, they served as the Manager of Development at Alton Lane, where they advised on business development and corporate growth strategy.

In 2017, they held the position of Director of Development/Construction Management at Bold Concepts, Inc., where they provided vision and guidance for clients, enhancing market presence and backlog. From 2013 to 2017, they worked at The Korte Company as the Director of Business Development, leading the company's revenue and business strategy efforts. Between 2010 and 2013, they served as the Global Business Management/International Project Executive at JSH, Inc., overseeing Middle Eastern construction projects.

In their earlier career, Christopher worked at Alutiiq, LLC as the Capture Manager/Project Manager (Federal Construction), focusing on contracts with the Federal Government. Christopher also held the position of Project Manager, Luxury/Lifestyle/Hospitality at ValleyCrest Companies, where they managed a $200 million hospitality/lifestyle development project. Additionally, they worked at JH Partners/Mouzon and Associates as a Design/Build Architect.

Overall, Christopher Shepard's work experience showcases their expertise in business development, project management, and construction in various industries, including hospitality, retail, and government contracts.

Christopher Shepard attended Auburn University from 1997 to 2003. During this time, they pursued a Bachelor's degree in Interior Architecture. In June 2013, they obtained a certification from the Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA). Additionally, they are a member of the American Federation of Musicians (AFM 257), although the specific details regarding their certification in this organization are unknown.