John Baczewski, CPA, CRE

Senior Advisor and President

John Baczewski
📍 Charleston, SC
John Baczewski brings over 40 years of institutional real estate experience to Harborwright, spanning investment management, asset management, financial advisory, and corporate finance. A CPA and designated Counselor of Real Estate (CRE®), John provides deep expertise in real estate financial analysis and strategic advisory services.
Expertise
John specializes in institutional real estate investment analysis, asset management strategy, financial due diligence, and corporate real estate advisory. He brings a rigorous, data-driven approach to complex real estate decisions, helping clients navigate investment opportunities, portfolio optimization, and market risk assessment.
Past Experience
  • President, Real Estate Fiduciary Services LLC, providing independent real estate investment advisory and fiduciary services
  • Former CFO, Pyramid Hotel Group, overseeing financial operations for a major hospitality investment platform
  • Senior roles at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) in real estate advisory and audit services
  • Experience at AEW Capital Management in institutional real estate investment management
  • Chair of the Board, The Counselors of Real Estate (CRE®) — currently leading the global professional association of real estate counselors
Education
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  • Counselor of Real Estate (CRE®) designation
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting
Fun Fact
With experience spanning Big Four accounting, institutional investment management, and hospitality finance, John has seen real estate from virtually every angle, and he brings all of that perspective to every engagement at Harborwright.

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