Firm Announcements
Bonaventure Appoints Mike Auerbach as Chief Growth Officer and Barrett Lowell as Head of Asset Management
CityBiz
August 7, 2025
Bonaventure, a vertically integrated multifamily real estate investment firm with $2.6 billion in assets under management (AUM), announced two strategic additions to its executive leadership team. Mike Auerbach joined as Chief Growth Officer, overseeing Bonaventure’s tax equity initiatives, and Barrett Lowell joined as Head of Asset Management, focused on the strategic oversight and growth of the broader portfolio. Mike Auerbach brings extensive experience in the tax equity investment space, particularly in 1031 exchanges. Previously, he was pivotal in building one of the largest independent Qualified Intermediaries (QIs), emphasizing transparency, client experience, and execution. At Bonaventure, Mike will focus on expanding the firm’s tax-advantaged investment platforms, emphasizing low fees, transparency, and robust investor alignment.
“Investors today demand performance coupled with transparent and aligned fee structures,” said Auerbach. “Bonaventure’s vertically integrated approach and proven track record uniquely position us to set a new industry standard, particularly within the 1031 exchange sector. I’m excited to introduce innovative solutions to investors and advisors that genuinely address market gaps.”
Barrett Lowell joins Bonaventure as Head of Asset Management and brings extensive experience executing on asset performance optimization, large-scale portfolio transactions, and opportunistic recapitalizations. Barrett will also work closely with the firm’s Investments & Development teams to assist with underwriting and portfolio management.
“The ability to leverage Bonaventure’s uniquely accretive debt financing, underpinned by its tax-efficient fund structures, provides a distinctive opportunity to drive investor returns by enhancing property performance and building ancillary revenue opportunities,” Lowell said.
Dwight Dunton, Founder and CEO of Bonaventure, said, “Mike and Barrett’s appointments reflect our commitment to thoughtful growth and disciplined execution. Their expertise enhances our strategic capabilities and reinforces Bonaventure’s dedication to delivering compelling, tax-efficient investment solutions for our partners and investors.”