OUR TEAM

Landon Taylor, Co-Chairman & CEO 


Landon Taylor is the Co-Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Legacy First Partners, where he is responsible for setting the strategic direction and driving the firm’s overall growth. He chairs the Senior Management Committee and serves on the Investment Committee.

A seasoned CEO, business innovator, and investor, Landon brings over 30 years of leadership experience spanning real estate, technology, and financial services. He has built a distinguished career leading both emerging growth ventures and complex enterprises, with a consistent track record of creating new markets, driving revenue growth, and strengthening brand equity.

 

Michelle Flowers-Taylor, Chief Media & Communications Officer 


Dr. Michelle Flowers-Taylor is a visionary storyteller and strategic communicator with over 20 years of leadership in media production, education, and social impact. As Chief Media and Communications Officer, she leverages her expertise in narrative-driven advocacy to amplify the transformative power of commercial real estate—bridging community development, economic equity, and global sustainability.

Her award-winning documentary Reimagining Freedom West—which earned the Better Communities Award at the United Nations’ Habitat Better Cities Film Festival—exemplifies her ability to craft compelling stories about place, belonging, and systemic change. Through interviews, research, and immersive storytelling, Michelle illuminates how spaces shape lives, turning complex urban narratives into actionable insights for industry leaders and policymakers.

 
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John Beneventi, Chief Financial Officer


John Beneventi serves as Chief Financial Officer of Legacy First, bringing over 30 years of experience in accounting, finance, and data analytics across multiple sectors, including real estate, mortgage, homeownership counseling, STEM education, and entrepreneurial development.

A recognized expert in business transformation, John has led the design and implementation of technology-driven financial strategies that streamline complex operations and boost performance. His expertise in leveraging data and automation to modernize business infrastructure has proven invaluable across industries — and particularly in real estate.