Bruce Trimbur, LEED® AP
With years of experience in multiple roles within the lighting & real estate industry, successfully purchasing property for himself as well as his partners and clients, he understands the need for creating maximized returns on investments. His expertise as a commercial Realtor is an asset in understanding what drives building owners in going Green and obtaining a LEED certification benefiting the building owner, tenants and occupants.
Bruce Trimburs background in business is noteworthy. As past owner of the S.L. Bagby Company for over 17 years, a commercial and industrial lighting representative firm, he has a complete understanding of business ownership, the lighting / construction market how it relates to investment properties. He is a LEED AP with the U.S. Green Building Council, Lighting Certified (LC) through the National Council on Qualification for the Lighting Profession, member of Illuminating Engineer Society, IESNA 1986. He has served as past president for the 1230 West Morehead Office condominium association, Illuminating Engineering Society - Tar Heel Section, HOA board member, graduate of the Lake Norman Leadership Program - Class IX, Charlotte Good Fellows Club 1986... Bruce Trimbur has been a resident of the Charlotte area for over 23 years presently residing in Cornelius, NC. Representing his dedication to his community, he serves as an Advisory Commissioner for the Town of Cornelius, North Carolina, Department of Parks, Arts, Recreation and Culture (PARC), an active member of Davidson United Methodist Church, serving as the Co-chair of the Strategic Planning committee, Board of Stewards, Facilities planning committee, Fellowship & Hospitality committee, Sunday school committee, Sunday school teacher and other committees in addition, past President for the Wildcat Investment Club of Davidson. Bruce received his Bachelor of Science Degree in 1978 in the school of Industrial Technology from Indiana State University.
2010 Board of Directors Qualification Form
In general, why do you wish to be a member of the Charlotte Region Chapter Board and what opportunities do you see for the Chapter?
I believe in giving back to my community. What better way then becoming more involved with the USGBC in Charlotte, my home for over 22 years. Sustainable construction methods should be embraced by all future construction projects for our planet and children. I want to be a big part of that movement.
Please provide a summary of your current and past involvement in the Chapter. Include attendance at Chapter events and contributions to Chapter committees.
I just recently joined USGBC and became a LEED AP. I have tried to attend every meeting when in town since becoming a member.
Please provide a summary of your professional qualifications, knowledge and experience of most relevance to the Chapter. Also indicate the degree to which you have senior management and executive level experience.
Owner / BIC / President
Piedmont Row Realty Inc. Cornelius North Carolina
Boutique Real Estate firm with 5 licensed brokers. Manage, purchase, and sell real estate for investors, partners and personal portfolio. Firm handles buyers and sellers agency for Residential and Commercial properties, 2008 sales of $4.3m with 8 transactions. Relationships with building owners, developers and investors with first hand knowledge for what they require in their investment.
Owner
Trimbur Group LLC, Cornelius, North Carolina
Independent specialist /consultant to the commercial LED lighting industry. Providing manufacturer’s strategic input using realistic market methods, how to sell through the supply chain and creating sales from specification to installation. Advising on the complexity, challenges and how all components must interrelate for a quality LED fixture. Consultant to 3 manufacturers deploying their product and marketing strategies. Consulting as a Lighting designer for restaurants, warehouse and exterior projects.
Owner/ President
S.L. Bagby Company Inc., Charlotte, North Carolina
Purchased an established company in 1988. Represented the most respected and coveted manufacturers in commercial / industrial lighting, became the Carolinas largest - satisfied an eclectic group of customers in the construction field, including large developers, owners, architects, interior designers, engineers, contractors, distributors and manufacturers. Operated with a company philosophy of (PHP) properly/ honestly/ profitably. Sold the business in 2004 to a partnership, which continues to thrive and employ most of my team, maintaining the valuable alliances I created.
The Charlotte Region Chapter is committed to strengthening its membership diversity. What resources could you bring to bear (e.g., demonstrated expertise, leadership positions, and willingness) to help further Chapter participation from high priority sectors including: real estate, energy/utility, finance/insurance, residential, corporate, and product manufacturing? You can also address other sectors you think require greater involvement in the Chapter.
As a REALTOR, past owner of S.L Bagby a lighting agency, LC through NCQLP and independent advisor to LED Companies I will bring a diverse background and be able to learn from others.
Leadership positions (volunteer or professional staff) with nonprofit governance.
Civic: Commissioner for the Town of Cornelius North Carolina Department of Parks, Arts, Recreation and Culture ( PARC) (2007-present), Davidson United Methodist Church (1996-present), Board of Stewards, Co-Chair Strategic Planning , Facilities Planning, Sunday School Committee, Fellowship and Hospitality, Hall Monitor Chair, Sunday School Teacher, Usher team leader. Charlotte Chamber-Advisor board member (1998-2002), Illuminating Engineers Society Tarheel Section-President (1992), 1230 West Morehead Condo Association- President (2003), Crown Harbor Neighborhood Association (HOA)- Board Member (1997-2001), Good Fellows Club (1986-present), Wildcat Investment Club – President (2005-2007)
Please identify any affiliations, memberships, and accreditations which may be pertinent for Chapter leadership.
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (Leed AP),
Lighting Certified - (LC) - National Certification of Lighting Professionals, Charlotte Region Commercial Board of REALTORS – Commercial Certificate Program, North and South Carolina Realtor License, Broker in Charge (BIC), Lake Norman Chamber –Leadership class (2006), Sandler Sales President Club
Memberships
U. S. Green Building Council (USGBC), Illuminating Engineering Society (IESNA) 1988, Charlotte Region Commercial Board of REALTORS (CRCPE), National Council on Qualification for the Lighting Professions (NCQLP), Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce
