CHRISTOPHER RICHARD HOMES, LLC
PORT SAINT LUCIE, FLORIDA

Business is the engine for change. Mission Statement Business Philosophy We are a 3BL or triple-bottom-line company. What this means is that we measure our success according to three dynamic and converging metrics: people, planet and profit. Stated as a single word: balance. We believe that it is not only possible to balance company goals across these metrics, but doing so is superior to others that do not. It is time to be responsible in how we conduct business and look not only at the first order-of-effects of our actions. The social bottom line (People) involves creating a business model that centers on partnership with local government, economic assistance agencies, charitable groups, and building contractors and suppliers that work together to provide a quality product with social value in mind. The ecological bottom line (Planet) pertains to the business choices made in the design of offerings, technology leveraged, materials used, processes employed, and even the management style that places value on the preservation and conservation of Earth’s resources. The economic bottom line (Profit) entails running business operations in positive financial territory to ensure the continued existence of the entity as an employer and a reasonable return to owners and investors, however not to the detriment of People and Planet. How we conduct ourselves matters; the type of world we leave behind for the next generation matters; curbing greed matters. Self-restraint not only is the right thing to do, but is essential if we are to make a lasting and positive impact on this world. All we have to do is give a little to get a lot in return. Company Core Values We are an organization of excellence from the top-down, and we do not fail or disappoint. We are highly responsive, always monitoring and reacting to changes in the business environment. We redefine the concept of value from a home builder, and we provide the highest value in the industry. We pride ourselves on perpetually learning and improving on business processes and construction methods. We take calculated risks with advancement in mind; we are champions of change; we are the tip of the arrow. We would like to streamline the home building process to be the most effective and efficient possible, minimizing waste (time and materials) and our operational carbon footprint. We would also like to forge unwavering relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, partners, whom align with our core values and business philosophy. We would like to sell, build and close on at least 200 homes. We would also like to expand into the subdivision market tactically and the Orlando and Tampa markets strategically. Lastly, we would like to turn a profit every year and by the 5th year hedge our company against economic downturn, while positioning ourselves to take advantage of such circumstances. Founder and Owner of Cummings Construction Services, Inc., the parent company of Cummings Custom Homes, LLC, currently serves as the company’s Chief Executive Officer and President. In 1999, Christopher worked with a major telecommunications company for 5 years as a project manager, supporting the sales and implementation of information technology outsourcing solutions. Market and life circumstances lead to his transition to real estate in 2005 when he started a New Jersey-based real estate services company, Cummings Real Estate Services, LLC (CRES, LLC). CRES, LLC focused on purchasing, rehabilitating or renovating single and multifamily residential properties, and offering said high quality housing to the disadvantaged populous of Newark, NJ. After 5 years and achieving a peak of 18 Clients, across 9 residential rental properties, Christopher took a hiatus from real estate to (1) pursue higher education and professional certifications, and (2) serve with the United States military. In 2010, during a time of war, Christopher joined the United States Army by accepting a commission of Engineer Officer. Six year later, in 2016, after successfully completing countless missions and a deployment to Egypt as part of the Multinational Force Observers (MFO) mission, he decided to resign as Captain and redirect his energy towards his original passion for construction and residential housing. Christopher holds a Bachelor’s of Science degree in dual majors Marketing and Psychology from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ. He also holds Master’s of Science degrees in both Information Management and Construction Management, which he earned from Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, NJ and Florida International University in Miami, FL, respectively. Christopher is currently a candidate for a Master’s of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Entrepreneurship from Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, FL. In terms of professional certifications, Christopher has earned the Project Management Professional (PMP) designation from the Project Management Institute; as well as the OSHA 30-hour course certification from the Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration. He, lastly, earned the Certified Residential Contractor (CRC) designation and license from The State of Florida. Christopher has always had a genuine passion for construction and residential housing. After earning both technology and construction advanced degrees, he aspired to merge the two disciplines together to create a next-generation product and service to offer in the marketplace. Around this time, green homes, then smart homes began to hit the market and early adopters further matured the demand—despite both trends being in their infancy. The two were mutually-exclusive; in fact builders remain cautious to provide combined packages in their home offerings. Seeing a resulting niche market opportunity, Christopher decided to do the contrary. Hence Cummings Custom Homes, LLC was incorporated; the experiment for which it is, offers a unique and proprietary combination of quality features, smart capabilities, and green innovations in every home, standard.