Brandon Johnson is a high-energy speaker, real estate leader, and growth strategist who helps agents, brokers, and owners build thriving businesses through smart marketing, leadership, and recruiting. Known for his humorous storytelling and engaging stage presence (often with an iced coffee in hand), he brings thought-provoking ideas and tactical strategies that challenge audiences to make “small adjustments” that lead to “big results.”
Licensed in real estate since 2013, Brandon and his wife, Abby, purchased their first brokerage in 2020, then a single-location office generating just over $1 million in gross commission income. By 2025, that business had expanded to six locations and more than $5.6 million in GCI, earning a spot on the prestigious Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies in 2024. Today, he is the CEO of the #1 Coldwell Banker affiliate in Minnesota, leading with a vision centered on “Impacting Lives Through Real Estate.”
His rapid brokerage growth was fueled by mergers, acquisitions, and a strong leadership team—successes that didn’t come without lessons. On stage, he shares both the wins and the hard truths about growth, leadership, and navigating the ever-changing real estate landscape. His presentations leave audiences with practical, real-world strategies they can implement immediately to gain a competitive edge.
A recognized voice in the industry, Brandon has spoken at TriplePlay, Florida Realtors, Coldwell Banker Leadership Summit, and numerous Midwest and virtual events. He has also served at every level of real estate leadership, including as a local association president, board member for Minnesota Realtors, and a national committee member at NAR.
Beyond business, he is a devoted husband and father of four, currently building his family’s dream home on the lake. When he’s not speaking or leading his company, you’ll likely find him making memories with his kids on the pontoon—living proof that real estate done right creates opportunities to create lasting impact.
Prepare to elevate your real estate career with "Real Estate Revolution 2025," a dynamic training series designed to equip agents with cutting-edge strategies for the year ahead.
This program covers essential topics from harnessing the power of AI and automation, to mastering social media marketing, and navigating the latest legal and market trends. Each topic covered Brandon offers practical insights, hands-on activities, and expert guidance to ensure you're not just keeping up with the market, but leading it. Join us to revolutionize your approach and secure your success in the rapidly evolving world of real estate.
Your sphere of influence is more than just a list of contacts—it’s the foundation of your real estate success. In 5 Layers of Sphere Building, you’ll discover a fresh, intentional approach to expanding your influence, strengthening relationships, and driving long-term business growth.
This interactive workshop breaks down five key layers of sphere building:
1️⃣ Self – Your mindset, habits, and personal brand matter. Influence starts with you.
2️⃣ Family – Leverage the trust and support of those closest to you.
3️⃣ Team – Strengthen relationships with coworkers, partners, and key business connections.
4️⃣ Organization – Maximize opportunities where you work, volunteer, and network.
5️⃣ Community – Build credibility and trust where you live and serve.
Through real-world applications and practical tools, you’ll walk away with a new perspective on how to cultivate meaningful connections and position yourself as the go-to agent in your market.
Whether you're a newly licensed agent or a seasoned pro, this course will challenge you to think differently about influence, relationships, and the role they play in your business.
In the ever-evolving landscape of the real estate industry, successful agents understand the importance of diversifying their income streams. This comprehensive course is designed to equip real estate professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to explore and capitalize on various side hustle opportunities. Over the span of one hour, participants will delve into a wide array of side hustle options, ranging from traditional real estate adjuncts to innovative ventures outside the conventional scope. Through engaging presentations, interactive discussions, and practical insights, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how to leverage their existing expertise to generate additional income.
A fun and engaging course that transforms classic childhood games like Go Fish, Connect 4, and Chess into powerful real estate marketing lessons. Discover how skills like strategy, persistence, adaptability, and creativity—the same ones that helped you win as a kid—can boost your lead generation, client conversions, and brand positioning today. Through interactive lessons, you’ll learn how to prospect smarter, build strong marketing foundations, stay ahead of the competition, and create a standout brand. Whether you're a new agent or a seasoned pro, this course will help you turn childhood fun into real estate success!
Today's consumer has a higher expectation on what service looks like. Some desire the fast-food approach, while others are seeking the fine-dining experience. Either way works, but it's our job as agents to deliver an experience that matches your client's expectations. Join us for a look at our the modern, mobile agent can utilize varying apps to bring a massive shift the consumer's experience with you as their REALTOR®.
This comprehensive one-hour course provides real estate brokerage owners and large team leaders with actionable insights to master effective budgeting practices. Leveraging real-world statistics from industry-leading sources including NAR reports and brokerage studies, participants will explore practical, industry-specific budgeting models. Attendees will learn how to balance revenue forecasting, expense management, and profitability optimization to ensure long-term financial health and strategic growth for their brokerages.
There is a new frontier in Representing Buyers in real estate transactions. How great is this for Buyers and you as a Buyer's Agent? If you're worried, don't be, this is an opportunity to shine.
Join Brandon has he shares a few creative ways to build your value and present it to Buyers to earn a commission worth backing.
NAR's e-PRO® certification program helps REALTORS® master the advanced digital marketing techniques of today. With the e-PRO® certification, REALTORS® increase their ability to reach customers, expand their capabilities, and build trust by safeguarding client information.
The Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR®) designation is for real estate buyer's agents who focus on working directly with buyer-clients at every stage of the home-buying process.
The Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA) certification is specifically designed to enhance your skills in pricing properties, creating CMAs, working with appraisers, and guiding clients through the anxieties and misperceptions they often have about home values.
The Home Finance Resource (HFR) certification course is designed to provide you with foundational education to help you confidently explain key pieces of the loan origination process. With the skills that you gain from this course, you will also be equipped to provide guidance on navigating mortgage applications and alternative financing options for all types of buyers.
Be one of the first to earn the new Home Finance Resource (HFR) certification.
Completing this course is the first step to earning the HFR certification. For more information on the additional steps required to earn the HFR certification, please visit crd.realtor/hfr.
The Real Estate Investing certification program is for REALTORS® who want to master the ins and outs of working with investors and those who are establishing themselves as real estate investors. The courses provide insight into 1031 exchanges, REITS, NOI models, tools, and more.
The Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource (SFR®) certification is for REALTORS® who want to hone the skills that will allow them to help buyers and sellers of distressed properties.
"Brandon certainly is a fantastic speaker with loads of knowledge and energy!!"
Diane L.
"Brandon continues to bring an authentic view to the stage with a focus on tangible take aways! Always Inspiring!"
Lacy S.
"This was the best class I've ever taken in 12+ years of being in the industry. Why did no one share this when I first started?"
Emily C.
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