Joe Lewis, Jr.
Acquisitions | Operations
Joe is a seasoned real estate professional with a diverse background that includes military leadership as an officer in the US Army, aerospace quality assurance, and a dedication to community development. His experience demonstrates his adaptability and work ethic--valuable assets for GT alpha, LLC and business partners.
Joe began his career with over 10 years of distinguished military service, including expertise in technical maintenance and training. He then transitioned to Boeing Aerospace, working to ensure quality standards in major aviation programs.
Driven by a strong sense of community, Joe pivoted into real estate investment and development. He successfully acquired his first property with no money down and went on to acquire his real estate sales and brokerage licenses. Joe's passion shines in his commitment to addressing homelessness, where he helped secure housing for military Veterans and other vulnerable populations.
As a founding member of GT alpha, Joe uncovers and develops investment opportunities for the business and shares duties for asset management operations.
Craig Hacche
Finance | Recruiting | Operations
Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Craig brings a unique blend of experiences and values to the team. Following his military service in the US Marine Corps, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from UCLA, laying the foundation for a successful career as an engineer, spanning over 35 years in the manufacturing automation control and defense industries.
Craig has also managed Electrical and General Contracting businesses, gaining valuable insights into construction, real estate investment, and development. In 2022, he co-founded GT alpha to focus on revitalizing communities through Real Estate Investment and improvement.
Beyond his professional pursuits, Craig is deeply committed to philanthropy. Alongside his late wife, Dr. Jean Ann Makena Marangu, he co-founded the non-profit organization AnswerAfrica.org, dedicating over 18 years to impactful humanitarian initiatives in Kenya. Their mission to empower communities, enhance healthcare, and advance education has touched countless lives, leaving a legacy of hope and transformation in the region.
Craig is a visionary partner dedicated to success. He looks forward to supporting those seeking not only financial returns, but also a chance to make a meaningful impact in other people's lives.
Jason Bentley
Analyst | Acquisitions | Marketing
Jason is a US Navy Veteran and current Digital Marketing Sales Consultant at Google, where he empowers a portfolio of growth-oriented midsize businesses to deploy millions in monthly advertising spend on YouTube, Google Search, and Google Shopping. His military career instilled the core values of attention to detail, discipline, and teamwork – attributes he brings to GT alpha’s investing business and investor partners.
Jason got his start in real estate investing immediately after his military service by partnering with a husband and wife who were seasoned investor-operators. With their partnership, he secured his first “fix and flip” investment property using creative financing. Jason then went on to acquire “fixer upper” homes to live in and renovate, becoming quite handy as he completed many of the renovation projects himself.
Now as a founding member of GT alpha, LLC, Jason expands his passion for real estate investing and serves as the analytical lead for the team, responsible for sourcing and underwriting investment opportunities. He will also leverage his digital marketing experience to manage the technical infrastructure and tools for the business.