Luis Belmonte

Luis A. Belmonte is a highly experienced real estate developer with a career spanning over 57 years. As a principal at Seven Hills Properties, he specializes in retail, multifamily, and industrial developments across California, Oregon, and Nevada. Previously, Luis was a founding partner and Executive Vice President at AMB Property Corporation (now Prologis), where he led major projects globally, including in the U.S., Mexico, Japan, and Singapore.

Throughout his career, Luis has gained invaluable insights from his experiences—both mistakes and successes—which he now shares through writing and podcast appearances. His focus is on guiding others in the industry by providing practical lessons in real estate investment and development.

Luis is also a U.S. Navy veteran and holds a degree from the University of Santa Clara. He has authored books including Real Estate 101, Street Dog MBA, Street Dog Negotiator, and Street Dog Manager, offering real-world advice and strategies for thriving in the complex world of real estate.