Landon Hinton, a proud 2013 graduate of Radford University, knows exactly how the
university shaped his journey. Now living in Richmond, Virginia, Hinton serves as
a principal at 7 Hills Advisors, a thriving commercial real estate firm specializing
in tenant and buyer representation. His roots at Radford provided him not just with
academic credentials but with a toolkit for building connections and navigating the
business world with confidence.
A double major in marketing and management with a concentration in entrepreneurship
and international affairs, Hinton was drawn to the endless possibilities in business.
"Radford provided me every opportunity to succeed," he said. “I feel like I have,
but I still feel like there’s a lot more to go.”
It was at Radford that he discovered the power of relationships—a skill he believes
has been the cornerstone of his career. “No matter what you do, whether you're working
for corporate, being an entrepreneur, or doing what I do and buying into a firm, it
all comes down to relationships,” he said.
Two years ago, Hinton took a bold step forward, becoming a part-owner of his firm.
This milestone required not only leadership but also a deep understanding of the behind-the-scenes
mechanics of running a business. His Radford education, from mastering sales strategies
to building professional networks, equipped him with exactly what he needed.
“The sales class and networking opportunities at Radford helped me immensely,” he
said. “Networking with Radford alumni was a top priority for me when I started out.
Once you meet one, you meet ten, and then twenty. The Radford alumni community is
so strong and welcoming—it feels like a home away from home.”
To this day, he returns to campus several times a year, marveling at its growth while
cherishing the close-knit community that shaped him. “No matter who the alumni is—older
or younger—there’s always a connection, always stories to share,” he says.
He credits much of his career success to the Highlander network and his Radford experience.
“The people I’ve met, the alumni I’ve worked with—they’ve played such a big role in
my journey,” he said. “That’s what makes me proud to be a Highlander.”
For Hinton, the Radford experience wasn’t just an education—it was the foundation
for a lifelong journey of success, relationships, and Highlander pride.
