Lavalier Alves holds a degree (with honors) from Northeastern University where he majored in Accounting.  Mr. Alves furthered his education by completing his Professional Masters in Business Administration from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst.  He speaks both Spanish and Portuguese.

Mr. Lavalier Alves is presently employed by Berkshire Development.  He serves as the controller and has been there since early 2000.  Berkshire Development, LLC is a leading real estate development company based in Massachusetts.  Lavalier Alves was born and raised in New England and currently lives in Wilbraham, MA.  Before being hired by Berkshire, Lavalier Alves was the Finance Manager at Big Y Foods, Inc a grocery chain headquartered in Springfield, MA.

In addition to his relevant work experience Lavalier Alves is also a CFM - Certified in Financial Management, as well as a CMA - Certified Management Accountant.  Lavalier Alves is currently a board member of the Oscal Hillel Plotkin Family Foundation, and also is a member of the Institute of Management Accountants.

Outside of work, Lavalier Alves stays busy with his two young boys.  They can often be found frequenting a Red Sox game in the summer or a Pats game in the fall.  He also finds time to participate in a regular tennis league, and volunteer his time with several charitable organizations.