Chris Hotze is the Founder and CEO of Crescere Capital, a commercial real estate investment and development firm focused on creating long-term value through strategic acquisitions, development, and active asset management.
For almost three decades, Chris has invested in, developed, and operated commercial real estate across Texas and multiple markets throughout the United States. He has extensive experience in the industrial sector, including the acquisition, development, and operation of light industrial properties that serve a diverse range of businesses and entrepreneurs.
In addition to his industrial experience, Chris has led the acquisition and redevelopment of strategically located retail properties, transforming underutilized sites into neighborhood-serving destinations that create value for tenants, communities, and investors. His work has spanned all aspects of the real estate lifecycle, including acquisitions, development, infrastructure planning, leasing, operations, and asset management.
Chris’s leadership is grounded in a simple belief: commercial real estate performs best when ownership is aligned with the success of its customers. By creating environments where businesses can grow, attract customers, and retain employees, he has built a portfolio focused on long-term value creation.
Today, Chris leads Crescere Capital’s investment strategy and long-term vision, guiding the firm’s continued pursuit of opportunities that combine disciplined execution with enduring value.
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 Hotze serves as President of Crescere Capital, where she leads the firm’s operations, development activities, and strategic initiatives.
With more than 25 years of experience in commercial real estate, Ashley has been involved in a broad range of investment, development, asset management, and operational activities. Throughout her career, she has helped lead major real estate developments and investment projects, working closely with municipalities, transportation agencies, utility providers, consultants, and business leaders to navigate complex challenges and bring projects to successful completion.
At Crescere, Ashley has played a central role in the firm’s evolution, helping guide significant investment and development projects while building the organization that supports the portfolio. She has been instrumental in assembling a talented team, integrating technology, and establishing the systems and processes that enable the firm to execute consistently across its investments and growth opportunities.
Today, Ashley oversees the coordination of key business functions across the organization, helping position Crescere to pursue new opportunities and create long-term value for its tenants, partners, and communities.
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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