Brian received his MBA from North Carolina State University in Raleigh, North Carolina. He also holds a Bachelor of Technology in Business Technology as well as an AAS in Aviation. He began his career in the higher education sector where he implemented and led a nationally recognized initiative known as the College Foundation of North Carolina. As director, he was responsible for the overall success and strategic direction of the state mandated project which later turned into a national model. He has a wealth of experience in leading large, complex organizations that have high expectations and challenging goals. He understands the power of collaboration and the importance of quality in order to succeed.


As C.O.O. Brian is committed to providing exemplary customer service and is responsible for the overall business operations of the company to ensure your experience with FIG is unparalleled. He works with his colleagues on the executive team to develop global strategies and direction for FIG with a goal of providing opportunities for advisors while progressively integrating internal efficiencies for greater effectiveness.

In addition to Brian’s role as C.O.O., he is the managing partner and Chief Compliance Officer of AlphaStar Capital Management, a SEC Registered Investment Advisor firm.  He is responsible for the overall performance, growth, and operations of the RIA. 

Brian also served on the Board of Directors for the National Association for Fixed Annuities and was Co-Chair of the Market Conduct Task Force committee on Education and Supervision. He currently serves on the IMAC counsel for NAFA and is a member of the Leadership Counsel for Great American. He speaks regularly with various organizations representing FIG as well as on industry issues. He has worked passionately on the opposition of 151A representing producers and advisors in Washington, D.C. by visiting members of congress in an effort to educate and support industry efforts.

Regardless of the situation, Brian will take a synergistic approach to provide all of our partners with new ideas, methods, and strategies to enhance our joint organizational goals.

Brian can be reached by telephone at 1-800-527-1155 ext 173 or by e-mail: brian.williams@figmarketing.com

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