James Smith
From humble beginnings in Tucson, Arizona, James Smith has built a career spanning over 50 years in real estate investing, from single family homes to commercial developments and billboards. At just 18 years old, James closed his first profitable real estate deal, setting the stage for a lifetime of success. He worked his way through college as a roofer, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Southern Nazarene University.
As one of the most sought-after speakers on real estate wealth-building, James has shared the stage with icons like former Chairman of the Federal Reserve Alan Greenspan, former Presidents Gerald Ford, Jimmy Carter, George H. Bush, Bill Clinton and George W. Bush, Soviet Union President Mikhail Gorbachev, British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and former Prime Minister of South Africa F.W. DeKlerk. In addition, James has also been featured alongside business and finance leaders Steve Forbes, Richard Branson, Donald Trump, Microsoft President Rick Belluzzo, Mark Cuban, Steve Wozniak, Daymond John, and Robert Kiyosaki. He has also appeared on stage with powerful motivators Zig Zigler and Tony Robbins as well. he is dedicated to charitable efforts, including , Fellowship of Christian Athletes, inner city youth center Front line Outreach.and Save Homeless Veterans. His passion for teaching and giving back is shared by his three sons, who are also active in real estate investing.