Toxic Culture and No Accountability in the Florida Region - Avis employé Employé (anonyme) Davis Development

1,0
31 août 2025
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Avantages

The only positives I experienced were with the corporate teams such as Marketing, Accounting, and Construction. They are professional, responsive, and supportive. The communities themselves are also beautiful and well-built, which makes the physical environment appealing at first glance

Inconvénients

The overall culture, especially in the Florida region, is extremely toxic and rooted in favoritism. There is no accountability, friends and family are hired, promoted, or transferred despite poor performance, while others are held to an entirely different standard. Bribes are common, with certain employees receiving gift cards, free days off, moving expenses, or extra time to move, higher rate of pay or discounts while others receive nothing. Even employees who consistently underperform are allowed to maintain employment and are often transferred to new sites, where the same issues repeat themselves. Workplace problems such as fraternization, theft, and even drug use are ignored as long as you are in the “in crowd.” The pay structure and employee discounts are not fair and are based on favoritism. Fair housing laws are disregarded, and decisions are made arbitrarily with no consistency or reasoning. Hiring practices are also highly questionable. People with no experience are brought in, and the regional manager actively “beefs up” their résumés to make them appear qualified. New hires are often chosen based on their looks rather than their knowledge or skills, so if you are overweight or a certain color, your chances are slim. Social media is reviewed for your looks before hiring and appears to be a standard practice. The regional openly tells employees to keep quiet about anything that goes against normal standards and claims it is acceptable because of her close friendship with the CFO. The regional leadership fuels this environment—rarely showing up to sites, not answering calls or emails, and being unavailable most of the time while “working” from home. Instead of supporting employees, she gossips from site to site, creating a high school–like atmosphere where backbiting is encouraged. If you do not go along with this culture, you are labeled the problem.

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Réponse de Davis Development
9mo
Anonymous reviews like this can say a lot, but they don’t define who we are. What’s written here is full of exaggerations and flat-out untrue claims that don’t line up with reality at Davis! For more than 40 years, Davis has grown by doing the opposite of what’s described, holding people accountable, promoting on merit, and keeping integrity at the center of how we operate. Hundreds of employees across the country are proof of that. Many have built long careers here because they know Davis is consistent, fair, and a place where effort is rewarded. We’re not perfect and never claim to be, but the picture painted here simply isn’t us! Our leadership is engaged, our hiring practices are professional, and our success comes from talented people who work hard and treat each other with respect! That’s why our communities perform at the highest levels and our people stick with us. At Davis, we’ll continue focusing on what matters, our employees, our residents, and building a company that’s known for doing things the right way – PERIOD!!

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I have truly enjoyed my experience working for Davis Development. The company culture is one of the biggest reasons I am proud to be part of the team. Employees are treated with respect, appreciation, and genuine care. It's refreshing to work for a company where you don't feel like just another number, but rather a valued member of the organization whose contributions are recognized. They care about your family too, my kids love they have received birthday cards. The people throughout the company are supportive, collaborative, and invested in each other's success. Upper management is approachable, understanding, and always willing to listen to concerns, discuss ideas, and work through challenges together. Their open-door approach creates an environment where employees feel heard and empowered to make a difference. Davis Development also takes pride in delivering a quality product while maintaining a strong focus on its people. The company understands that happy, supported employees are key to long-term success, and that commitment is evident in the way team members are treated every day. Overall, Davis Development is a company that values its employees, fosters a positive culture, and provides opportunities for growth and meaningful contributions. I am grateful to work for an organization that genuinely cares about its people.

Inconvénients

Only true con is the insurance change but everyone has been so helpful to navigate the issues. Other than that maybe just some more training in the beginning stages.

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5 mai 2026
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Working for Davis Family has been an incredible experience. It truly is a great company to work for—they treat their employees like family, creating a positive and supportive environment every day. Everything about the company reflects care, respect, and a strong sense of teamwork. I especially want to thank Lee and Jen for being such great leaders. Their support, guidance, and dedication to employees do not go unnoticed. They always take the time to listen, encourage growth, and make everyone feel valued. I also want to thank them for giving me the opportunity to be part of this great company.

Inconvénients

'Honestly i have had good experience so far .

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Réponse de Davis Development
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Really appreciate you taking the time to write this. What makes me happiest reading it is hearing that you feel supported and valued. That’s the whole goal. We spend a lot of time talking about culture at Davis, but at the end of the day, it’s really just about people treating each other right. And thank you for the kind words about Jen and me. That means a lot! We’re lucky to have you with us and excited to watch your career grow here - #PeopleHelpingPeople
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