Dave Bengel

Founder CEO @ Apricot Solar

About

With over 22 years of entrepreneurial experience, I have navigated the highs and lows of building businesses across diverse industries. My journey has been marked by numerous lessons learned from failures and celebrated victories. What drives me is a passion for creating and growing companies, and more importantly, the joy of helping others achieve financial success. In June 2017, I founded Apricot Solar, a residential solar company that exemplifies rapid growth and success. Within our first 8 months, we achieved $18 million in sales revenue. By the end of 2021, our dedicated team of 360 sales professionals helped us reach an astounding $215 million in annual sales, with cumulative sales expected to hit around $650 million by year-end. I thrive on the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship and am committed to fostering a culture of collaboration and success. Let's connect and explore how we can create opportunities and drive growth together.

Country

City

United States

Industry

Renewables & Environment

Skill

Team Leadership, Sales Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Microsoft Excel, Start-ups, Fitness, Customer Service, Direct Sales, Project Planning, Public Speaking, Team Building, New Business Development, Product Management, CSS, Wellness, Health, Microsoft Office, Nutrition, Product Development, Healthcare

Experience

Founder CEO

Apricot Solar

2017-6 - Present · 9 yrs 4 mos

United States

CEO

Pacific Green Energy

2017-6 - Present · 9 yrs 4 mos

California

CEO

Pacific Green Energy, LLC

2017-6 - Present · 9 yrs 4 mos

California

Pacific Green Energy is delivering Tier 1 Solar technology to residential and commercial customers at unprecedented value through programs previously unavailable to the public. Saving the planet one rooftop at a time!

Founder and CEO

Apricot Solar

2016-11 - Present · 9 yrs 11 mos

Sacramento, California Area

Our team has expanded nationally into California, Colorado, Nevada, Arizona, Florida and now Texas. Apricot is a family company. A company you can trust to make sure your home, and your future are well cared for. A bright future for your family includes energy from Apricot Solar! www.AprocotSolar.com Join the team page coming soon

Top Sales Producer and Sales Trainer

Velocity Solar Power

2015-9 - Present · 11 yrs 1 mo

Northern California

Developed new market opportunities for Both residential and commercial Solar PV Installations Developed new sales processes utilizing multiple financing options and combinations to maximize customer savings and minimize upfront financial liability Trained New sales staff and led aggressive team goals and production.

1 Star Ambassador

The #1 Weight loss and Fitness Challenge on the Planet

2010-1 - Present · 16 yrs 9 mos

From the west coast to the best coast!

My wife and I help people change their life 90 days at a time! For some its the fight on obesity, for others its taking their fitness results to a new level! And for some that are hungry for success, it's a free BMW in their driveway and an additional 6 figure income from home. Everyone can do something to improve their health for 90 days. Join the winning team- help us spread the message of life health and prosperity while fight this worldwide epidemic and help families all over the country achieve financial freedom by helping others at the same time!