Mission Statement

At Autumn Leaf, we work diligently to aid entrepreneurs and businesses to reach their financial/business goals. This is our mission. Everything we do reflects this mission and the values that make it possible.

Declaration of Interdependence

Autumn Leaf is a dynamic leader in the investing & wealth development field. We are a mission-driven organization that aims to set the standards of excellence for investing. We are building an organization in which high standards permeate all aspects of our organization. Quality service to our Membership and clientele is a state of mind at Autumn Leaf Investment Association. We proudly participate in organizations that strengthen the community and protect the consumer.

Our Vision

To be a part of seeing that every entrepreneur has the tools to succeed. To witness every entrepreneur’s dream become an astounding reality.

Our Motto

Home of the “NO BRAINER” investment. Stop looking for a needle in a haystack. We take the worry and guesswork out of investing – emphasizes our vision and how we came to exist. We were in search of place to invest. All we could find were companies selling books and tapes and asking us to do all the real work. We needed real estate and we needed it now, not six month later. So we began with a small group of local associates (neighbors and mail courier). We began to invest and create huge profits for ourselves and our fellow Members.

Our Values

As a company and as individuals, we value:

Integrity and honesty.
Passion for Members, for our partners and for the entrepreneurial spirit.
Openness and respectfulness.
Taking on challenges and seeing them through to the end.
Constructive self-criticism, self-improvement and personal excellence.
Accountability to Members, partners and employees for commitments, results and quality.

Annie Simmons

Annie B. Simmons, a veteran real estate industry executive and investment counselor, is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Autumn Leaf Investment Association (ALIA), a Southern California-based investment company which counsels and aids entrepreneurs and businesses to expand their assets and income primarily through investments in real estate.

When Ms. Simmons co-founded ALIA in 2003, the primary goal was to provide an outlet for individuals and businesses to join with others to combine their financial resources to invest in real estate properties. The association has served over 2,000 members since it was formed. Through the success of this enterprise and its efforts, ALIA has expanded the scope of its services to not only encompass the purchase of properties but also provide a variety of supportive services, including: property management, credit repair and travel (to visit properties or for recreation) services. Additionally, ALIA provides its members access to investment opportunities for its members not related to real estate and qualified and licensed resources for loan generation, insurance, legal and other administrative needs.

During her distinguished professional career in real estate, which spans over two decades, Ms. Simmons has acquired more than 150 real estate holdings and has diversified a large portion of them into other capital generating investment ventures. She has a long standing working relationship assisting the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development with its Section 8 Housing, pairing recipients of such housing with investors to purchase units around the country.

As a result, over 500 Section 8 recipients now reside in clean, safe and stable housing.

Ms. Simmons is a noted author and lecturer and regularly teaches seminars on real estate and other forms of investing as well as how to start a business. She current lectures on a regular basis at educational institutions (e.g. Rowland Adult College, Rancho Cucamonga Junior College) and at a variety of forums locally and nationally (e.g. Trump Convention in Los Angeles, CA and Atlanta, GA). She also has extensive experience as a coach and trainer of real estate agents.

Among her numerous business and professional affiliations, Ms. Simmons is a member of the National Real Estate Investors Association and numerous chambers of commerce including those in Temecula Valley, Murrieta and Riverside, CA and the Wichita (KS) Chamber of Commerce.

Ms. Simmons, prior to embarking on a career in real estate and investing, was a Social Worker for 12 years. She has carried her concern for the less fortunate throughout her subsequent career.

She is a member of the Housing Authority Programs of San Bernardino and she worked with ALIA investors to provide housing for Katrina Hurricane victims.

A native of Vicksburg, MS, Ms. Simmons was raised in Chicago, IL before relocating to California where she attended National University in San Diego, CA from which she obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology. She is a license Real Estate Agent in California and currently resides in Temecula.

Annie's Keys to Success:

Don't use your own money, develop an LLC.
Get a mentor/coaching program that is an active investor.
Join an investment association with inventory.
Stay active in your investment association.
Momentum: Once you start your business, don't stop
Annie uses and recommends: Autumn Leaf Investment Association

Chad Ward

Chad Jeremy Ward, an executive with a professional background in investment banking and retirement investments, is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Autumn Leaf Investment Association (ALIA), a Southern California-based investment company which coaches and aids entrepreneurs and businesses to expand their assets and income primarily through investments in real estate.

Founded in 2003, ALIA’s initial mission was to provide an outlet for an individual or business to join with other investors to use the combined strength to negotiate a better deal in the purchase of real estate properties. The club has served over 2,000 members since it was formed. Through the success of this enterprise and its efforts, ALIA has expanded the scope of its services to not only encompass the purchase of properties but also provide a variety of supportive services, including: property management, credit repair and travel (to visit properties or for recreation) services. Additionally, ALIA provides its members access to investment opportunities for its members not related to real estate and qualified and licensed resources for loan generation, insurance, legal and other administrative needs.

As COO of ALIA, Ward oversees and is responsible for all operational and administrative aspects of the company, including: strategic planning, finance and accounting, formation of Annual Budget and operational plans, marketing and sales, human resources administration, office management, monitoring contracts and facilities management. He also has traveled extensively – nationally and internationally – for researching properties and investment opportunities, project negotiations and taking investors on field trips.

Prior to joining ALIA, Ward had more than a decade of experience in the financial and banking industry and served as an investment counselor for seven years. While working for a Federal Credit Union in Southern California, he gained broad experiences in all forms of financial transactions and instruments and provided financial counseling to credit union members, including retirees and those approaching retirement.

Ward, a noted and active speaker and lecturer, participates in a variety of ALIA’s educational and training forums and is an active participant in numerous business, professional and trade associations, including numerous chambers of commerce in Southern California.

A native of Huntington Park, CA, Ward attended Riverside Community College where he obtained an Associate of Arts degree in Business. While in college, he received numerous honors and awards for leadership and his humanitarian contributions. Married and the father of three children, he currently resides in Wildomar, CA. Ward is active in community affairs and volunteers his time and expertise with local University and Community Colleges.

Chad's Key's to Success:

Don't use your own money, develop an LLC.
Get a mentor/coaching program that is an active investor.
Join an Investment Club with inventory.
Stay active in your investment club.
Momentum: Once you start your business, don't stop
Chad uses and recommends: Autumn Leaf Investment Association

Rick Bailey

Broker

Autumn Leaf Realty Inc.

Rickey E Bailey, Broker for Autumn Leaf Realty Inc., with more than twelve years of experience in the banking, real estate industry and a former peace officer brings a powerhouse of information and insight. Rick has continued his inexorable commitment to education by becoming a licensed broker in Kansas and Texas and spearheading Autumn Leaf Investment Association to educate within our community. Rick has ensured that Autumn Leaf Investment Association is in the forefront of community education by coordinating Autumn Leaf’s presence within our local adult education services, including our local community colleges. Rick’s continued education is making it possible for Autumn Leaf Investment Association to open our first satellite office in San Antonio, Texas in the coming year.

Rick’s first love, literature, is evident in his personal writing and has authored several entertaining short-stories. His strength and passion as an author drove him to obtain a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the Central State University, Ohio. With his passion for education, Rick remains focused on learning and continuing to gain full knowledge of the ever changing real estate industry as a whole through a continuous course of study including: Real Estate Law and current Real Estate Issues.

Rick’s philanthropic spirit has expressed itself in adopting dozens of children from around the world and assisting financially with their education and meeting their basic needs. With a heart as big as Texas, it is no surprise to his friends that a regular 9-5 job would not satisfy his entrepreneurial and philanthropic spirits. Rick has traveled extensively and has attended many seminars on real estate investing. He has also received an award from The Metropolitan Who’s Who year-after-year and he is a member in good standings of four Chambers of Commerce - Wichita, Murrieta, Temecula and Riverside.

Rick's Keys to Success:

Educate yourself without ceasing - Never stop learning.
Use the Experts:
- Licensed Realtors & Brokers.
- Certified Public Accountants.
- Attorney's.
Know Your Market & Industry.
Always get the correct information.

LaTasha Boyd

LaTasha Boyd has been a part of the Autumn Leaf family for more than five years. With more than a decade of experience in the Grocery Industry; LaTasha brings a unique and insightful perspective to Member Services. Many Autumn Leaf Members know LaTasha from her dedication to perfection during her time as our primary maintenance service provider in Southern California. If you have been fortunate enough to have used LaTasha's services; you know what we are saying. As Autumn Leaf dedicated resources to launch our Member Services Division to improve Member satisfaction.

there was no one who has demonstrated the commitment to excellence that our Members deserve more that LaTasha Boyd. Autumn Leaf Members are privileged to have LaTasha heading our Member Service division. LaTsha's passion and commitment to providing the best possible service is an asset for Autumn Leaf. LaTasha can be heard daily, saying: "Keep our Members informed at every step of their transaction and they'll never have to worry. That shows me we've successfully serviced the Members of Autumn Leaf Investment Association."

LaVon Robinson

Under Construction

Sean Cervantes

Sean Marcello Cervantes III, came to Autumn Leaf Investment Association in 2005 after exhaustive work as a Warehouse/Shipping Manager for a mobility company in Riverside, California. Bringing to Autumn Leaf Investment Association an abounding resource of organization and professionalism. Sean is now the Marketing Coordinator for Autumn Leaf Investment Association; heading the club’s Membership, Advertising, Marketing and Event organization and implementation. As a valued and promising member of the Autumn Leaf Investment Association family, Sean has received multiple awards of recognition for his contributions to the club and his local community. Sean is also an entrepreneur and has been an investor with Autumn Leaf Investment Association. Sean was able to successfully purchase his primary residence and his first income property in 2007. Sean resides with his family in Wildomar, California.

Paul Jordan

Paul R Jordan, an IT Administrator with a professional background in Information Technology and Sales, is the IT Administrator (Domain Admin) of Autumn Leaf Investment Association (ALIA), a Southern California-based investment company which coaches and aids entrepreneurs and businesses to expand their assets and income primarily through investments in real estate.

As IT Administrator of ALIA, Paul oversees and is responsible for all operational and administrative aspects of the company’s Telecom equipment, including: strategic planning, server administration, remote deployment of computers, data transit systems, co-web development, network maintenance, and monitoring of network recourses.

Prior to joining ALIA, Jordan has more than 5 years of experience in the IT industry and served as an administrator for a majority of that time.

A native of Torrance, CA, Jordan attended El-Camino community college, and then moved on to work in the field of desktop administration where he developed his skills to become a valuable member to the IT community. Married and a father, he currently resides in Sun City, CA.

Marlene Collins

Marlene Collins has been servicing Autumn Leaf Investment Association for over 2 years. She has had the pleasure of knowing and assisting so many of Autumn Leaf Investment Association's new and past members.

Kyle Melton

Kyle Melton, an award winning graphic artist, is the Graphic Designer for Autumn Leaf Investment Association (ALIA), a Southern California-based real estate investment company which counsels and aids entrepreneurs and businesses to expand their assets and income primarily through investments in real estate.

When Mr. Melton joined the ALIA team in 2007, he was charged with the mission of taking ALIA’s advertising to the next level, and bringing outsourced jobs back in-house. Eight new websites and a slew of advertising materials have been released since he joined. Each website’s capabilities are far greater than the old alreic.com site of years past.

Membership has become a core part of the website. An integrated Membership utility now allows people to sign up for Membership online and receive it instantaneously. The Multimedia aspects of the website have also dramatically improved thanks to Mr. Melton. Now with a complete library of Conference Calls and Events you can be sure to never miss a beat.

As a current student at Mt. San Jacinto Community College Mr. Melton maintains and keeps current with all technologies. He is also currently studying for the Adobe Certification Exam.

Mr. Melton also is the co-founder of PK Intertubes a Web Host, Design, and PC Repair company based in Temecula. PK Intertubes leads the world in low-cost High Performance hosting and is currently hosting all of ALIA’s websites.

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