ABOUT Alan Thompson

Alan Thompson is a well-known real estate educator who is noted for his dynamic and engaging teaching approach. His students and coworkers see him as clever, informed, and vibrant, and they have applauded his ability to transcend beyond real estate and teach life survival skills that are beneficial to both personal and professional success. Alan is an exceptional public speaker who has mastered the art of presenting and has instructed thousands of real estate brokers and agents across the United States. He is regarded as modest, gentle, sensitive, and kind, with a good mindset that outperforms expectations on a consistent basis. He was formerly in charge of training and encouraging over 1000 team members, and his seminars are regarded as fun, inspiring, and a fantastic learning experience.

Alan's students are enthusiastic about his courses and keen to learn more from his books and other educational resources. the following additions about "Alan Thompson" and the fact that I was responsible for designing and directing training for over three hundred and fifty thousand real estate professionals throughout the united states and canada. As well as the following: About Alan Thompson: Alan Thompson has been in the Real Estate and Sales Training Industry for over four decades. Alan is a Master Public Speaker and Communicator that began his unique journey studying and teaching Radio and television. He’s now a Licensed Commercial Real Estate Broker, Instructor, CCIM Candidate, Master NLP Trainer, hypnotherapist, Master Business and Life Coach, and Author. His massive skillset opened many doors of opportunities. Alan designed training for and trained over three hundred and fifty thousand Real Estate Professionals throughout the United States and Canada. As an executive, business, and life coach, Alan applies a six sigma consultative approach starting with assessing and defining internal and external problems that ly within the organization and just as important within the person receiving the coaching. Alan started his journey as a top-producing real Estate Professional and Sales Trainer. His Leadership abilities led him into management where he became a Top Producing Manager of a BH&G franchise. His leadership, interpersonal relationship, and otabove-averagerage skillset led him to Bank of America, as well as Stewart Title where Alan was the South East Regional Director for Multicultural Markets. Being a certified NLP Trainer Alan decided to provide his recipe, tools and techniques, and skills to others that desire to model proven excellence and become the best version of themselves as a person and as a professional in any industry.

ABOUT Brian Stephens

Brian's passion for business transitions and valuations is deeply rooted in a people-first approach. With over two decades of experience in mergers, acquisitions, business valuations, exit planning, and coaching, Brian prioritizes the human element above traditional business transactions. His dedication extends beyond business; he has spent over 20 years supporting programs aimed at preventing and addressing child abuse and neglect. Throughout his career, Brian has developed training programs and educational classes, reflecting his commitment to both learning and teaching.

A seasoned entrepreneur, Brian ventured into the restaurant industry, where he enjoyed remarkable success before realizing it was not his ultimate calling. His career journey also includes significant tenures with renowned organizations such as Michelin, Texaco, and Saudi Aramco, where he gained invaluable insights working with business owners. These experiences not only enhanced his consultancy skills but also allowed him to share knowledge with others, helping them develop their businesses.

Today, as a Co-founder of Legacy Academy of Learning, Brian is excited to forge meaningful relationships with individuals who share his compassion for helping people and facilitating business sales. If you are eager to prioritize people over profit and are committed to making a difference, Brian is looking forward to connecting with you. Join him in shaping a legacy where business meets humanity, at the Legacy Academy of Learning.

Some of my training, leadership, and community work is summed up below.

·      Created Legacy Venture Group (Business Sales and Acquisitions) – 2004 to Present

·      Masters Certified Business Intermediary -graduated in first of all programs 2023

·      Certified Valuation Analyst certified by NACVA for Valuations 2019

·      Active Member of the BTC – Business Transition Council 

·      SBRN – Small Business Resource Network Advisor 2

·      Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) v

·      Earned CBI (Certified Business Intermediary) via IBBA 2005

·      Certified Merger & Acquisition Professional (CM&AP) - 

·      Merger & Acquisition Master Intermediary (M&AMI) 2019

·      Education Committee Member – Mergers & Acquisitions 

·      President of FBBA (Florida Business Brokers Association) 

·      President BBF (Business Brokers of Florida) 2020 – 

·      Four Term Volunteer Mentor with Startup Quest –

·      Business Advisor - Business Ownership Transition, Marketing, Business Analysis, Texaco, Shell, Saudi Aramco. 

·      Created prototype full-serve restaurant / bar 

·      Research at two environmental engineering research firms. 

·      Four sessions as a lead mentor at Startup Quest, . 

·      Board member for Joshua House which provides housing for abused and abandoned children.

·      Key fundraiser Golf Classic, funding USF’s Tutor-A-Bull and other kid’s charities. 

·      Happily married and father of three now college aged kids (updated 01 Jan 2024)

MBA – International Business - Finance and Marketing; LOYOLA COLLEGE, 

B.S. - Behavioral Sciences / Cognitive Psychology; UNIV. OF FLORIDA,(UF) 

Environmental Sciences; COLLEGE OF ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING - UF