Liz Gallagher
Alamo
Summary
Licensed California Real Estate Broker and experienced educator with over 25 years in residential and commercial real estate. Proven ability to teach real estate principles, contracts, and market strategies to diverse audiences, including new agents and clients. Skilled at breaking down complex concepts into engaging, easy-to-understand instruction. Passionate about mentoring future real estate professionals and supporting student success.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Real Estate Sales Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty
Orinda, CA
01.2020 - Current
- Educate clients and newly licensed agents on real estate fundamentals, contracts, and transaction processes
- Provide step-by-step instruction on pricing strategy, legal compliance, and market analysis
- Mentor individuals through complex transactions, reinforcing best practices and ethical standards
- Develop educational materials and presentations to support client and agent learning
President
Food Specialists Inc. / Gallagher Properties
Walnut Creek, CA
11.2014 - 01.2020
- Trained and coached staff on operational procedures, performance expectations, and customer service standards
- Designed and implemented training processes to improve team efficiency and knowledge retention
- Led team development initiatives, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous learning
Real Estate Sales Agent
Pacific Union Real Estate
Oakland, CA
01.2010 - 11.2014
- Educated buyers and sellers on contracts, negotiation strategies, and transaction timelines
- Guided clients through each stage of the real estate process with clear, structured explanations
- Collaborated with escrow officers and lenders to ensure clients understood all requirements
Commercial Real Estate Agent
SRSRE
San Francisco, CA
02.2002 - 01.2010
- Presented lease agreements and real estate concepts in a clear, instructional manner
- Assisted clients in understanding commercial leasing processes and requirements
- Developed communication approaches to simplify complex industry terminology
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CASkills
- Real Estate Instruction & Training
- Curriculum Delivery & Lesson Facilitation
- Pre-Licensing & Continuing Education Support
- Contract & Transaction Education
- Classroom & One-on-One Teaching
- Public Speaking & Presentation
- Mentorship & Coaching
- Student Engagement & Communication
Certification
- California Real Estate Broker License — Issued 2024-09-25
- California Real Estate Salesperson License — Issued 2003-01-15
Timeline
Real Estate Sales Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty
01.2020 - Current
President
Food Specialists Inc. / Gallagher Properties
11.2014 - 01.2020
Real Estate Sales Agent
Pacific Union Real Estate
01.2010 - 11.2014
Commercial Real Estate Agent
SRSRE
02.2002 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, Berkeley