David Freedman

CEO/Founder @Base Tactical Disaster Recovery

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David Freedman is a seasoned entrepreneur and business leader who serves as the CEO and founder of Chrysalis Disaster Recovery LLC. With a strong background in disaster recovery, Freedman established the company to provide comprehensive disaster recovery solutions that help businesses and communities recover from various types of catastrophes. His commitment to excellence and exceptional problem-solving skills have been instrumental in the company's success. Prior to founding Chrysalis, Freedman held various leadership roles in related industries, where he honed his expertise in crisis management and business continuity planning. His keen business acumen and dedication to helping others in times of crisis have well-positioned him as a respected figure in the disaster recovery industry.

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Work Background

Chrysalis Disaster Recovery LLCPresident - Recovery Program Manager

Aug. 2018New York, United States

NYS Chaplains Task Force Chaplain

Aug. 2018 - Nov. 2022New York City Metropolitan AreaI am a First Responder Chaplain as well as providing religious guidance, comfort to the bereaved, provide end of life counseling and services.

Chrysalis Power Seminars Ltd.Executive Director

May. 2010 - Sep. 2022I am the Senior Coach and Lecturer

David M. Freedman & Co., Inc.President

Apr. 2002 - Sep. 2022Cedarhurst, NYConsulting Architect/Mechanical Engineer/Naval Architect. As President of this Real Estate Development and Construction firm, Mr. Freedman leads a team providing services to clients who need assistance and support with construction projects, financing and techniques. Mr. Freedman’s team works with architects, engineers, and government agencies to facilitate all aspects of a construction project, providing Forensic Project Analysis of existing or previously completed projects. Mr. Freedman trains and serves as a mentoring group for small developers and contractors who need assistance to materialize their projects.

New York State Governor's Office of Storm RecoveryConsulting Senior Construction Manager

Mar. 2017 - Apr. 2018Mineola, NYLead for Permit Expediting for all New York State, NY Rising Projects requiring permitting, variances, Certificate of Occupancies and Authority having Jurisdiction letters to closeout projects. Mr. Freedman worked closely with all the local building departments involved to resolve issues and move projects successfully to completion. Interacted with all the Building Commissioners to resolve any problems which develop. Served as the Building Code Expert for the program. Additionally, Mr. Freedman served as an in-house expert to resolve issues with design and implementation of House Elevations and/or Reconstructions by determining if a structure is stable enough to be elevated and if a reconstruction is feasible.

Aerotek EngineeringConsultant Contractor - Construction/Environmental Engineer

Jan. 2007 - Dec. 2016

SMI Building Systems, LLCVice President/Director of Operations (Consultant)

Jul. 2007 - Oct. 2008Ran and managed the day-to day operation of a national steel design build firm with its own manufacturing facility. Oversaw the engineering, sales, financial and legal issues to keep this $70 million company a leader in steel mid-rise construction. Simultaneously owned David M. Freedman & Co., Inc.

American Planning and Management of New York Ltd.President/CEO

Mar. 1998 - Sep. 2001Lawrence, NYAs CEO of American Planning and Management of New York, Mr. Freedman led a group of dedicated professionals dedicated to providing excellence in Construction Management to Commercial and Residential Clients throughout the New York Metropolitan Area.

Kreisler Borg FlormanProject Manager

Jan. 1994 - Dec. 1998Managed new construction and rehabilitation of NYC schools as a consultant for the NYC School Construction Authority handling highly political and community sensitive projects.

Advance Design Associates Ltd.President

Jan. 1990 - Dec. 1994Brooklyn, NYAdvance Design Associates Ltd. operated as a wholly owned General Contractor, building homes in both the public and private sectors as well as specializing in interior construction of office suites and high-end value apartments. They also developed an extensive waterproofing and roofing operation. Mr. Freedman ran the day-to-day operations of the firm in the field as well as the coordination of all administrative, marketing and quality assurance.

Herbert Construction CompanyProject Manager

Jan. 1988 - Dec. 1990Project Manager for high end commercial and residential projects.

US NavyChief Engineer, USS Brunswick (ATS-3), Overhaul and Ship Repair Officer, Commercial Industrial Servi

Jan. 1979 - Dec. 1988Pearl Harbor, HI, San DIego, CA, Treasure Island, CA, Great Lakes, ILMr. Freedman served for 10 years in the United States Navy. He was noted for taking on increasing responsibility and he served with distinction. At age 26, he was the youngest Chief Engineer of a fleet ship serving at that time and continued to serve in billets that required dynamic leadership and creative enterprise. He successfully completed over 20 overhauls or upkeeps during his tenure and was responsible for shipboard design changes that remain in use today. He managed large groups of people, often exceeding 400 persons and was responsible for all aspects of repair, from budget to design to logistics. He directed repair work on Nuclear and Conventional powerplants.