News: Rhode Island
Posted: August 13, 2015
Professional Profile: Michael Alves 2015
Name: Michael Alves
Title: Regional Commercial Director
Company: KW Commercial Realty
Location: 144 Wayland Ave., Providence, RI 02906
Birthplace: Providence
Education: J&W University, CCIM Candidate, TOP DOGs Training
First job outside of real estate: Executive chef
First job in real estate or allied field: Commercial regional director
What do you do now and what are you planning for the future? Commercial broker for life
How do you unwind from a busy day at work? Relax with family and friends
Favorite book: "Beowulf"
Favorite movie: "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly"
Last song you downloaded: "My Wish" by Rascal Flatts to dance father/daughter dance with my daughter at her wedding
On word to describe your work environment: Whooooorah!!
Rules to live by in business: Work hard and give back everyday
If you could invite one person to dinner (living or dead) who would it be and where would you go? My uncle John's restaurant on the Hill
What is your dream job: Commercial realtor
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