ACCELERATE BY STRIX ACADEMY

Developing the Next Generation of CRE Brokers

A year-long structured learning experience that combines live instruction, real-world application, industry mentorship, and peer collaboration.
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Why Accelerate?

Most brokers enter commercial real estate with ambition—but without a structured path to develop the skills needed for long-term success. Too often, growth depends on trial and error, finding the right mentor, or simply learning as you go.

Accelerate by Strix Academy bridges that gap through structured learning, practical application, and industry mentorship designed to advance professional growth.

Learn

Develop the knowledge, skills, and professional habits needed to succeed—from understanding the fundamentals of brokerage to prospecting, business development, technology, communication, and client service.

Apply

Put every lesson into practice through real-world assignments, actionable exercises, and proven templates. Reinforce what you learn by applying new strategies directly to your business throughout the program.

Grow

Turn consistent learning and application into lasting professional growth. Build confidence, strengthen client relationships, win more business, and establish the foundation for a successful long-term brokerage career.

The Accelerate Experience

Every cohort follows the same intentional progression—starting with the fundamentals of commercial real estate brokerage and building toward business development, client execution, and long-term career growth.
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Master the Fundamentals


Months 1-3

Build Your Business


Months 4-6

Deliver
Results


Months 7-9

Build a Career That Lasts


Months 10-12

Who Accelerate is Built For

Early-in-Career Brokers

0–5 years of experience looking to build a strong foundation in commercial real estate brokerage.

Aspiring Top Producers

Committed to building a successful, long-term career through continuous learning and professional development.

Ready to Invest in Their Growth

Seeking structure, accountability, and practical development beyond traditional onboarding and on-the-job experience.

A Curriculum Designed to Accelerate Careers

Built by commercial real estate industry veterans for brokers ready to take the next step.

Module 1: Master the Fundamentals

Hone in on essential industry knowledge and develop the habits, mindset, and professionalism for sustained success.

  • Month 1: The Business of Commercial Real Estate 
  • Month 2: Establishing Your Identity
  • Month 3: Harnessing a Top Producer Mindset

Module 2: Build Your Business


Build the relationships, communication skills, and business development habits that turn connections into opportunities.
  • Month 1: Building Meaningful Relationships
  • Month 2: Prospecting & Business Development
  • Month 3: Mastering Your Market

Module 3: Deliver Results

Develop the skills to win business, execute transactions, and deliver results that build lasting client trust.

  • Month 1: Earning & Winning the Assignment
  • Month 2: Understanding Commercial Transactions
  • Month 3: Executing Transactions

Module 4: Build a Career That Lasts

Develop the leadership skills and long-term perspective to make the right decisions and build a lasting career.
  • Month 1: Running Your Brokerage Practice Like a Business
  • Month 2: Leading & Influencing People
  • Month 3: Business Planning, Goal Setting & Accountability
COURSE INSTRUCTOR

Dwight Hotchkiss

Dwight Hotchkiss brings more than 35 years of commercial real estate experience to Accelerate, with a career spanning brokerage, executive leadership, talent development, and business growth.

Throughout his career, Dwight has led hundreds of brokers across markets nationwide, developed high-performing teams, and coached professionals on the strategies and habits that drive long-term success.

As the lead instructor for Accelerate, Dwight brings that experience directly into the classroom—combining real-world perspective, practical coaching, and lessons learned from decades of working alongside top performers.
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