Ryan DiGiovanni
As a philanthropist, DiGiovanni is proud to back many good causes Among these good causes are various local initiatives focused on helping to feed those in need. That is in addition to the global nonprofit organization Habitat for Humanity and many other charities Alongside his work and charitable efforts, he enjoys numerous hobbies and interests These hobbies and interests include music, movies, and personal development.
Ryan DiGiovanni is a visionary CEO, real estate investor, and philanthropist from Harris County, Texas A HomeVestors franchisee, he is the name behind DGV Investments and the DiGiovanni Group.
Current Roles & Duties
DGV Investments
DiGiovanni is the CEO of the property investment company DGV Investments DGV Investments helps businesses and individuals to buy, sell, and manage real estate investments The Texas-based company provides expert advice and guidance on selecting and purchasing suitable properties That is in addition to assisting with the ongoing management of assets
At DGV Investments, DiGiovanni specializes in securing funding to develop real estate deals, primarily on sites covering two to three acres His average cap rates are 4 5-6 per cent DiGiovanni and DGV Investments have the resources and working capital for as many as ten new projects per month
DiGiovanni Group
The visionary CEO is also one of the names behind the successful DiGiovanni Group. The DiGiovanni Group is a commercial real estate and investment property group Headquartered in Houston, Texas, and led by Ryan DiGiovanni, it is committed to building long-term relationships with its partners It represents clients in diverse real estate asset and development classes
Focused squarely on growth, the company provides an unsurpassed level of service and dedication to its clients and their needs It does so by fostering an environment that drives superior performance This environment is built on integrity and bolstered by the can-do attitude of all involved at the DiGiovanni Group.
The DiGiovanni Group is currently building a freestanding Starbucks in Richmond, Texas. Adjacent to a new retail shopping centre, the site is at the gateway to Downtown Richmond. Once complete, it will represent a major focal point in the city's heart With that, the DiGiovanni Group is set to transform the local landscape, including in the key area immediately surrounding the Fort Bend County Courthouse
Academic History
Houston Community College
Southeast Texas native DiGiovanni studied at Houston Community College The college is an open-admission public institution offering high-quality, affordable education. It also focuses on workforce training, career development, and lifelong learning It does so to prepare students for life and work in a global society.
Houston Community College serves students in Alief Independent School District, the Fort Bend portion of Missouri City, Houston Independent School District, Spring Branch, and Stafford Municipal District
Universal Technical Institute
DiGiovanni is a graduate of the Universal Technical Institute, which operates a system of technical colleges across the United States The Universal Technical Institute serves students, partners, and communities by delivering high-quality training and education for the most in-demand careers
The Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges accredits each Universal Technical Institute campus The Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges is a leading agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Wharton Community College
DiGiovanni is also a Wharton Community College graduate. Wharton Community College is a highly regarded public community college accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Its main campus is in Wharton, Texas It has additional campuses in Bay City, Richmond, and Sugar Land.
The college offers a choice of academic and vocational pathways across business and computer science, healthcare, public services, science and math, and technical education. It specializes in arts, humanities, communication, and social and behavioural science
Personal & Professional Accolades
As of 2023, real estate investor and developer DiGiovanni has purchased over 850 properties
An award-winning expert in the real estate field, the DGV Investments CEO and HomeVestors franchisee has appeared on the front page of the Houston Chronicle. The Houston Chronicle is the city's largest daily newspaper
Before graduating from the Universal Technical Institute, DiGiovanni qualified as a National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence Master Automobile Technician The institute is a
nonprofit, independent organization It tests and certifies automotive mechanics and technicians to ensure they have the skills to repair vehicles expertly.
DiGiovanni purchased his first home at the age of 23. Elsewhere, between the ages of 15 and 23, he successfully flipped over 120 cars.
Awards
Ryan DiGiovanni is a multi-award-winning real estate professional and CEO Among the many prestigious accolades picked up by DiGiovanni is the title of 2014 HomeVestors Rookie of the Year
HomeVestors, of which DiGiovanni is now a leading franchisee, is the nation's largest professional house-buying franchise HomeVestors strives to impact the communities in which it operates positively
Almost a decade since scooping HomeVestors Rookie of the Year recognition, DiGiovanni has cemented himself as a leader in the field In 2022, for example, the DGV Investments founder developed over 300 acres, including a trio of large, standalone real estate projects. Elsewhere, and in 2023, he became a preferred developer for Starbucks.
Associations & Memberships
DiGiovanni is a part of the Counselors of Real Estate. Established in 1953, the Counselors of Real Estate is a global consortium of highly credentialed professionals These professionals provide expert advice on complex property and land-related matters.
Membership is by invitation and includes prominent names from real estate, legal, and accounting. That is in addition to seasoned property developers, economists, and ranking leaders from academia and finance Charitable Involvement
CEO and real estate investor DiGiovanni is a keen philanthropist and volunteer His philanthropy, volunteering, and other charitable work centres around feeding needy people.
He is also a supporter of Habitat for Humanity The nonprofit organization helps people worldwide to build or improve places to call home. Since launching in 1976, Habitat for Humanity has helped over 39 million people in more than 70 countries to improve their living conditions
Personal Interests
Proud Italian American Ryan DiGiovanni was born and raised in the coastal city and port of Galveston, Texas. Galveston sits on Galveston Island and Pelican Island, around an hour from downtown Houston It is Houston, Texas, that DiGiovanni today calls home
Aside from his work and philanthropic endeavours, he enjoys numerous hobbies, including listening to music, watching movies, and partaking in several other interests Among these interests is personal development, where he is passionate about finding new ways to build wealth and positively impact the world
DiGiovanni is similarly enthusiastic about the challenge of creating something out of nothing. At the same time, he firmly believes in the importance of self-improvement, drive, and natural progression in life