John Lawson
About John Lawson
John Lawson is an Acquisition Account Executive with a background in marketing and business development. He has held various roles in sales and land acquisition, demonstrating a commitment to professionalism and team training.
Work at Hona
John Lawson currently serves as an Acquisition Account Executive at Hona, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on identifying and securing acquisition opportunities within the real estate sector. His experience in land acquisition and development enhances his contributions to the team. Lawson's work at Hona is characterized by his commitment to professionalism and integrity.
Education and Expertise
John Lawson studied at the University of Arkansas, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a focus on Marketing from 2012 to 2013. He also attended Brigham Young University - Idaho, completing a degree in Business Administration and Management with an emphasis in Marketing from 2016 to 2021. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his career in sales and acquisitions.
Background in Sales and Development
Lawson has extensive experience in sales and development roles. He worked at Aptive Environmental as a Sales Representative and later as a Sales Team Lead from 2017 to 2020. He quickly advanced to team manager after just four months in a door-to-door pest control sales position. His roles at Nilson Homes as a Land Acquisition Specialist and Intern further developed his skills in land acquisition and real estate development.
Previous Experience and Roles
Before joining Hona, John Lawson held various positions that contributed to his professional growth. He worked at INE as an International Acquisition Account Executive and as an Enterprise Business Development Representative. His experience also includes a role at Uber as a Driver and a position as an English Department Secretary at BYU-Idaho. These diverse experiences have equipped him with a broad skill set applicable to his current role.
Core Values and Work Ethic
John Lawson emphasizes the importance of hard work, honesty, and integrity in his professional life. His two years of missionary work in Africa instilled in him a strong work ethic and the value of faith. He believes that marketing oneself is essential in any job and has experience in training teams to enhance sales performance through understanding the psychology of people.