Advisory | Development | Investment

Where Vision Meets Capital

Modern real estate services powered by technology, guided by institutional expertise

The Evolution of Real Estate Excellence

Founded by seasoned real estate professionals with decades of combined experience in capital markets, development, and institutional investment, Hawthorne Mason represents the next evolution of our industry. Building on the proven foundation of Brookmont Capital Ventures, we've assembled a team that has collectively structured over $2 billion in transactions across advisory, debt placement, and equity investment.

Our approach leverages institutional-grade discipline refined through years of navigating complex deals, now enhanced by proprietary technology platforms and modern design thinking. We bring the expertise of established players with the agility and innovation of a purpose-built firm designed for today's market realities.

Capability & Market Focus

DC/MD/VA

Primary Markets

Deep local expertise in high-growth Mid-Atlantic region

$5M - $50M

Target Deal Size

Focused on middle-market opportunities with outsized potential

Tech-Enabled

Investment Platform

Proprietary analytics and modern PropTech infrastructure

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Our Services

Advisory Services

Strategic counsel for complex real estate transactions, capital formation, and portfolio optimization. We guide institutional investors and family offices through market complexities with data-driven insights.

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Development

Full-cycle development services from site acquisition to final delivery. Our development expertise spans mixed-use, residential, and commercial projects that reshape communities and deliver exceptional returns.

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Investment

Disciplined investment strategies across the risk spectrum. We deploy capital in high-conviction opportunities, leveraging proprietary analytics and deep market knowledge to generate superior risk-adjusted returns.

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Featured Development

The Meridian Residences

Georgetown, Washington DC

A landmark mixed-use development combining luxury residences with premium retail and office space. The Meridian represents our commitment to creating spaces that enhance urban living while delivering exceptional returns to our investment partners.

$85M

Total Investment

450,000 SF

Square Footage

Q2 2024

Completion

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Powered by Intelligence

Our proprietary technology platform integrates artificial intelligence and machine learning to provide unprecedented insights into market dynamics, asset performance, and investment opportunities. This data-driven approach enables faster, more informed decision-making and superior outcomes.

AI-powered market analysis
Real-time portfolio monitoring
Predictive valuation models
Automated risk assessment

Designed for Tomorrow

Sustainability isn't an afterthought—it's fundamental to our development philosophy. Every project incorporates forward-thinking environmental systems and design principles that reduce carbon footprints while enhancing occupant wellbeing and long-term asset value.

Net-zero energy targeting
Smart building systems
Biophilic design integration
Future-ready infrastructure

Our Concepts

Waterfront Innovation District

Washington, DC • Mixed-Use Development

$175M Projected Value

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Metro Gateway Towers

Arlington, VA • Transit-Oriented Development

650,000 SF Planned

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Innovation Park

Bethesda, MD • Tech Campus Development

2M SF Master Plan

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Historic District Reimagined

Washington, DC • Adaptive Reuse

$150M Investment

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Sustainable Living Community

Silver Spring, MD • Green Residential

800 Units Planned

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Urban Retail Evolution

Washington, DC • Retail Transformation

$95M Project Value

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Founded by Experts, Built for Tomorrow

25+ Years

Leadership Experience

Our team has navigated multiple market cycles

Brookmont

Strategic Foundation

Access to $450M+ annual deal flow and institutional network

$5M - $50M

Target Deal Size

Focused where we can create the most value

Tech-Enabled

Investment Platform

Modern tools meeting institutional discipline

Trusted By Leading Institutions

Led by Visionaries

Our leadership team brings together decades of institutional experience with entrepreneurial vision, combining Wall Street discipline with Main Street execution.

Luisa Montenegro

Founder & Managing Principal

Managing Director at Brookmont Capital Ventures, where she led the launch of the firm's $200M inaugural equity fund. Luisa's background spans luxury hospitality development and institutional real estate investment, bringing deep expertise in capital formation and fund management to Hawthorne Mason's platform.

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Jerry Millington

Chief Investment Officer

Co-Founder of The Brookmont Companies and leader of its capital markets advisory division. Former Managing Director at Pacific Oak Capital Management, specializing in opportunistic and value-add strategies with a track record of 20%+ IRRs across institutional platforms.

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Kevin Pham

Head of Development

Seasoned operations leader with extensive experience managing sales teams and complex projects across the DMV market. Kevin's background in roofing sales and project management brings critical execution expertise to Hawthorne Mason's development and investment initiatives.

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