Brian Smith

Brian brings twenty years of experience in the multifamily industry, which includes serving most recently as a Senior Regional Manager overseeing eleven different communities within the Hawthorne portfolio. His career began as a part-time leasing consultant in student housing and Brian has served in many roles within the industry since he leased his first apartment. Brian’s expertise includes renovations and value-add properties, distressed property repositioning, acquisitions and due diligence, and lease up and new construction management. Brian collaborates with our leadership and property improvements teams to ensure smooth transitions of incoming properties for our clients as well as helping our teams to execute the vision outlined for those properties once under management. Brian also works to cultivate and develop relationships with new clients who are interested in partnering with Hawthorne Residential Partners.

Brian holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology & Anthropology from North Carolina State University.