Brian Bowne

Brian Bowne is a seasoned professional in the real estate and building supply industries, currently serving as a retired residential real estate salesperson at Metro Referral Associates, Inc. since June 2023. Prior to this role, Brian worked as a real estate salesman at Long & Foster Companies from July 2009 to June 2023, specializing in assisting buyers and sellers in the Lynchburg, VA area. Brian also has significant experience in the building supplies sector, contributing to both Capp's Home Building Center and Fingerle Lumber Co. for a total of 13 years, helping contractors and homeowners in their building projects. Earlier in their career, Brian held the position of Sr. Buyer at Lane Furniture Industries from July 1988 to February 2001, where responsibilities included purchasing components for wood furniture manufacturing. Brian holds a B.A. in Studies in Religion from the University of Michigan, completed in 1973.