Samuel Russell

Originally from the UK, I started my American adventure moving from the NE of England in 1988 on a full soccer scholarship. Moving to Raleigh, North Carolina in 1992 with my wife and now three kids aged 12 to 22 years. I immediately began my professional journey; started my second business and have since founded and co-founded small businesses in the mortgage, title insurance, and soccer industries. ? Please connect with me on LinkedIn or reach out to me directly at mthompson@fcbb.com With over 34 years of experience as a small business entrepreneur, I have gained a unique perspective on all aspects of owning a business which has now given me the opportunity to help other business owners with selling or buying a business, managing the process from start to finish using a consultative approach with the goal of a successful transaction. My Specialties Include: • Management • Finance • Marketing • Business Operations • Development • Selling a Business ? Let’s have a productive, confidential conversation and take a deeper look at your business and what the future holds for you. Email me at mthompson@fcbb.com or call 919-414-2540

Lenwood Mills has been in the business field for almost 30 years. His work ethic and drive began at the age of 8 when he began mowing lawns along with working in the tobacco fields of North Carolina. This experience taught him at an early age the value of hard work, saving money and how to manage business at an early age. Many years later his hard work ethic and experience paid off for him. Lenwood entered the management field in the early 80’s which eventually lead him to become a District Manager for several years then on to an Area Developer covering several states and a Franchise owner of up to 17 locations. Lenwood has a very real understanding of business along with owning his own businesses which gives him an unique prospective of being a business owner and seller. This experience gives Lenwood a true understanding of the role of a Business Broker and why a Broker is so important to have that has his business experience for almost three decades.

I have been an entrepreneur since I was 14. In addition to cutting lawns, I had an afternoon paper route in Charlotte, my hometown. My family instilled in me a strong faith and work ethic. After a successful career in the fields of engineering, product development, sales, product management and real estate, I can truly say that my career as a First Choice Business Broker is one of the most fulfilling. ?My background and experience will serve as a key asset in guiding our process. In addition to being a First Choice Business Broker, 10 years in Corporate America and 23 years as a full time REALTOR®, I have managed over 350 successful transactions since 2002 throughout the Carolinas. I started my real estate career with Century 21. In 2005, I earned their Centurion Award and was ranked as one of the top 100 franchise Century 21 agents in the Carolinas. Between 2010 and 2016, I consistently achieved the 100% Club Award from RE/MAX International. I am a proud graduate of North Carolina A&T State University with a Bachelors in Industrial Engineering and The Johns Hopkins University with a MBA in Corporate Finance from the Carey School of Business. I am active in the community with my church and fraternity. When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with family and guiding my two daughters with their academic, soccer, track and gymnastics endeavors.