Chris Hotze is the Founder and CEO of Crescere Capital, where he leads the firm’s investment strategy, acquisitions, and corporate culture. With a hands-on leadership style and a deep commitment to creating value, Chris has built Crescere into a customer centered commercial real estate investment and development company.
At just 29, Chris took over the management of a large multi-tenant property, recognizing its untapped potential. Through strategic redevelopment and a customer-centric approach, he transformed the asset and discovered his niche in commercial real estate: serving tenants by creating environments where businesses can thrive. This philosophy remains at the core of Crescere’s success.
Chris has extensive experience in both suburban and urban development, overseeing projects that have involved road infrastructure, utilities, and access management.
His portfolio spans multi-tenant business parks, single-tenant industrial facilities, and neighborhood retail centers. To date, he has been involved in the acquisition and development of real estate assets across multiple states.
Throughout his career, Chris has successfully executed large-scale deals, he is especially passionate about working with entrepreneurs in the industrial and retail sectors. He firmly believes that landlords play a vital role in shaping the tenant experience—helping businesses attract customers, retain employees, and grow within thriving communities.
Chris is the author of Mailbox Money Mindset, a book that shares his belief in building a real estate portfolio that generates recurring revenue. Inspired by lessons learned from his father, he developed a long-term investment approach focused on financial freedom and wealth-building through passive income. His insights provide a roadmap for investors looking to create lasting value in commercial real estate.
Chris has also contributed to the tenth-anniversary edition of Paul Akers’ business book 2 Second Lean, reflecting his passion for efficiency and continuous improvement. Furthering his commitment to operational excellence, he traveled to Japan on a CEO work-study program, where he studied the renowned Toyota Method.
Chris holds a B.A. from the University of Texas at Austin and an MBA from the University of St. Thomas in Houston, Texas. He also attended South Texas College of Law.
Chris has served on the Board of Directors for the Episcopal School of Texas in San Antonio, the Jack Trotter YMCA, and the University of Texas Health Science Center’s Leaders of Tomorrow Board.
A licensed real estate broker since 2003, Chris continues to shape the Crescere commercial real estate portfolio with vision, expertise, and an unwavering dedication to his tenants, investors, and the broader community.
Ashley brings over two decades of experience in commercial real estate as a licensed broker, with a career spanning leadership roles in both title services and property development. Before leading Crescere as President, she held a key leadership position at a national title company, where she gained invaluable insight into the intricacies of real estate transactions and asset management.
At Crescere, Ashley oversees daily operations, ensuring the integrity of properties, optimizing asset performance, and fostering collaboration within the team. Her strategic vision, operational expertise, and deep industry knowledge drive the continued expansion of Crescere's diverse portfolio of industrial and retail properties. Under her leadership, Crescere has built a reputation for excellence in property management, investment strategy, and tenant relations.
Beyond operations, Ashley plays a pivotal role in long-term growth initiatives, from acquisitions and development to investment strategy and market positioning. Her hands-on approach and commitment to creating thriving business communities have been instrumental in Crescere’s success over the past decade.
Ashley has traveled to Japan to study the culture of Lean business and the Toyota Method.
Ashley earned a Bachelor of Science from The University of Texas at Austin and has been a licensed Real Estate Broker since 2001.
Julia Hotze brings a strong financial and investor relations background to Crescere, combining expertise in accounting, audit, and real estate investment. She began her career while still in college, gaining early experience at an accounting firm in Oxford, Mississippi. After graduating, she joined KPMG’s public audit division, where she honed her skills in financial analysis and compliance.
Julia later transitioned into real estate, working in investor relations for a regional REIT, where she developed a deep understanding of capital markets, investor communications, and portfolio management. Now, as Crescere’s Director of Investor Relations, Julia serves as the key liaison between the firm and its investors, ensuring transparency and providing critical insights through reporting, financial updates, and strategic communications.
Working closely with the CEO and President, Julia stays at the forefront of financial trends, occupancy rates, debt market cycles, and investor engagement. Her ability to translate complex financial data into meaningful insights strengthens Crescere’s relationships with investors and contributes to the firm’s continued success.
Julia holds a real estate license in the State of Texas.
Julia earned a Bachelor of Accountancy from the University of Mississippi and is fluent in French.
For over two decades, Crescere Capital LLC has earned a trusted reputation for reliability and excellence in the commercial real estate sector. Our focus is on building lasting wealth by leveraging recurring revenue investment strategies.
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