About Us

Our Team

The Real Estate Development Division facilitates responsible real estate development projects that contribute to livable, walkable, and inclusive neighborhoods that meet the needs of current and future generations. The division promotes mixed-use development, revitalizes underutilized areas, and serves as project managers for Downtown Westminster, Westminster Station Area, and Urban Renewal Areas.

Please feel free to contact any one of us with your questions. We look forward to working with you!

Heather Cronenberg

Real Estate Development Manager

Read About Heather

Philippe Brady

Real Estate and Development Administrator

Read About Philippe

Mona Choury

Focus Area Administrator

Read About Mona

Alyson Duran

Real Estate Technician

Read About Alyson

Sean McCartney

Program Planner & Designer

Read About Sean

John Vann

Community Vibrancy Administrator

Read About John

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Senior Management Analyst

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Heather Cronenberg

Real Estate Development Manager

hcronenberg@westminsterco.gov
303-658-2419

Heather Cronenberg serves as the Real Estate Development Manager at the City of Westminster. In this role, she leads the development of the Downtown and Transit Oriented Development Focus Areas along with the city’s real estate services program. She returned to the City of Westminster from the private sector two years ago where she practiced commercial real estate and managed mixed-use development projects. Heather brings more than 20 years of real estate expertise and has a proven track record in negotiating complex real estate and development transactions, navigating the entitlement process, and collaborating on public-private partnerships. She is a skilled project manager with strong experience building relationships and collaborating with the community. She holds a real estate broker’s license with the State of Colorado.

Prior to moving into the private sector, Heather worked for the City of Westminster in Community Development, Economic Development, and Parks and Open Space. She managed city owned real estate, reviewed development plans, and managed multi- modal transportation projects. While working for the City, she secured over $14 million in outside funding sources, leveraging city funds to acquire over 500 acres of open space. Prior to her work with the City, Heather managed real estate transactions and partnered to secure funding for The Nature Conservancy.

Heather currently sits on the Steering Committee for the Urban Land Institute’s Women’s Leadership Initiative and is co-chair of the Breaking the Glass Ceiling Program. She is a previous member of the 36 Commuting Solutions Board, RTD’s Citizens Advisory Committee, the Metro Denver Nature Alliance Steering Committee and the Colorado Open Space Alliance Steering Committee. Heather earned her bachelor’s degree at The University of Georgia and is currently working to complete the Executive Masters of Public Administration program at the University of Colorado Denver.

Heather Cronenberg

Real Estate Development Manager

hcronenberg@westminsterco.gov
303-658-2419

Heather Cronenberg serves as the Real Estate Development Manager at the City of Westminster. In this role, she leads the development of the Downtown and Transit Oriented Development Focus Areas along with the city’s real estate services program. She returned to the City of Westminster from the private sector two years ago where she practiced commercial real estate and managed mixed-use development projects. Heather brings more than 20 years of real estate expertise and has a proven track record in negotiating complex real estate and development transactions, navigating the entitlement process, and collaborating on public-private partnerships. She is a skilled project manager with strong experience building relationships and collaborating with the community. She holds a real estate broker’s license with the State of Colorado.

Prior to moving into the private sector, Heather worked for the City of Westminster in Community Development, Economic Development, and Parks and Open Space. She managed city owned real estate, reviewed development plans, and managed multi- modal transportation projects. While working for the City, she secured over $14 million in outside funding sources, leveraging city funds to acquire over 500 acres of open space. Prior to her work with the City, Heather managed real estate transactions and partnered to secure funding for The Nature Conservancy.

Heather currently sits on the Steering Committee for the Urban Land Institute’s Women’s Leadership Initiative and is co-chair of the Breaking the Glass Ceiling Program. She is a previous member of the 36 Commuting Solutions Board, RTD’s Citizens Advisory Committee, the Metro Denver Nature Alliance Steering Committee and the Colorado Open Space Alliance Steering Committee. Heather earned her bachelor’s degree at The University of Georgia and is currently working to complete the Executive Masters of Public Administration program at the University of Colorado Denver.

Philippe Brady

Real Estate and Development Administrator

pbrady@westminsterco.gov
303-658-2116

Philippe Brady joined the Real Estate Development team in 2024 where he serves as the Real Estate Development Administrator for the City. He oversees various properties across the City and manages all aspects of the real estate process including acquisitions, development, property management, capital improvements, leasing, and dispositions. Additionally, Philippe serves as a financial and development advisor to the Downtown Real Estate Team. Philippe holds an MBA with emphasis in Real Estate and Finance from CU Boulder and a Bachelor of Engineering from the University of Texas.  Prior to joining the City, Philippe worked in real estate private equity as an acquisition analyst specializing in financial underwriting of all asset classes across the country.

Philippe Brady

Real Estate and Development Administrator

pbrady@westminsterco.gov
303-658-2116

Philippe Brady joined the Real Estate Development team in 2024 where he serves as the Real Estate Development Administrator for the City. He oversees various properties across the City and manages all aspects of the real estate process including acquisitions, development, property management, capital improvements, leasing, and dispositions. Additionally, Philippe serves as a financial and development advisor to the Downtown Real Estate Team. Philippe holds an MBA with emphasis in Real Estate and Finance from CU Boulder and a Bachelor of Engineering from the University of Texas.  Prior to joining the City, Philippe worked in real estate private equity as an acquisition analyst specializing in financial underwriting of all asset classes across the country.

Mona Choury

Focus Area Administrator

rchoury@westminsterco.gov
303-658-2038

Mona has worked for the City of Westminster for over 20 years, bringing a wealth of experience in economic development, real estate, and community engagement. In her current role, she leads initiatives that support the city's vision for growth, revitalization, and sustainable development, with an emphasis on the Downtown Westminster area. Mona works closely with City staff, developers, and the community to coordinate and negotiate development and redevelopment plans, ensuring positive outcomes for all stakeholders.

As the manager of the Downtown General Improvement District (GID), Mona oversees the maintenance and budget of the area, collaborating with contractors and city staff to ensure a high standard of upkeep and activation. She also manages GID contracts, works with the City Finance team, and helps develop transparent budget documents for property owners within the district.

Mona is deeply involved in local business engagement in Downtown Westminster, providing ongoing outreach to businesses, residents, and property management. She participates in key organizations such as the Downtown Westminster Business Association and plays an instrumental role in targeted industry recruitment and retention in Downtown Westminster. With a strong commitment to fostering a thriving, vibrant community, Mona is dedicated to the strategic planning and collaboration necessary to help Westminster flourish.

Mona Choury

Focus Area Administrator

rchoury@westminsterco.gov
303-658-2038

Mona has worked for the City of Westminster for over 20 years, bringing a wealth of experience in economic development, real estate, and community engagement. In her current role, she leads initiatives that support the city's vision for growth, revitalization, and sustainable development, with an emphasis on the Downtown Westminster area. Mona works closely with City staff, developers, and the community to coordinate and negotiate development and redevelopment plans, ensuring positive outcomes for all stakeholders.

As the manager of the Downtown General Improvement District (GID), Mona oversees the maintenance and budget of the area, collaborating with contractors and city staff to ensure a high standard of upkeep and activation. She also manages GID contracts, works with the City Finance team, and helps develop transparent budget documents for property owners within the district.

Mona is deeply involved in local business engagement in Downtown Westminster, providing ongoing outreach to businesses, residents, and property management. She participates in key organizations such as the Downtown Westminster Business Association and plays an instrumental role in targeted industry recruitment and retention in Downtown Westminster. With a strong commitment to fostering a thriving, vibrant community, Mona is dedicated to the strategic planning and collaboration necessary to help Westminster flourish.

Alyson Duran

Real Estate Technician

ajduran@westminsterco.gov
303-658-2414

Alyson joined the Real Estate Development team in 2024, bringing expertise in transaction management, marketing, and cross-department coordination. She is responsible for maintaining an up-to-date database of City-owned assets, managing contracts for property maintenance, consulting services, and environmental assessments, and drafting, routing, and filing legal documents. Alyson also assists with updating real estate procedures, budget management, and invoice reconciliation. In addition, Alyson applies her marketing skills to enhance community communication through website design and the creation of promotional materials.

Alyson’s work ensures seamless coordination across departments and projects, showcasing her strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.

Before joining the team, Alyson supported executive-level office and industrial brokers in commercial real estate.

Alyson Duran

Real Estate Technician

ajduran@westminsterco.gov
303-658-2414

Alyson joined the Real Estate Development team in 2024, bringing expertise in transaction management, marketing, and cross-department coordination. She is responsible for maintaining an up-to-date database of City-owned assets, managing contracts for property maintenance, consulting services, and environmental assessments, and drafting, routing, and filing legal documents. Alyson also assists with updating real estate procedures, budget management, and invoice reconciliation. In addition, Alyson applies her marketing skills to enhance community communication through website design and the creation of promotional materials.

Alyson’s work ensures seamless coordination across departments and projects, showcasing her strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.

Before joining the team, Alyson supported executive-level office and industrial brokers in commercial real estate.

Sean McCartney

Program Planner & Designer

smccartn@westminsterco.gov
303-658-2095

Sean is a seasoned land planner with a strong background in working collaboratively across various sectors, including City employees, citizen groups, government agencies, and business stakeholders. He uses imagery as part of his language skills by taking the most technical subject and creating imagery that allows participants, of all ages, to understand even the most confusing details. He also plays a pivotal role in the development of projects, strategies, and policies that shape the city's growth by providing "what if" and buildout scenarios that give potential developers an idea of what development potential a property may yield. Known for his strategic thinking, clear communication, and attention to detail, Sean continues to contribute to shaping the City’s urban landscape and improving services through effective planning and design.

Sean McCartney

Program Planner & Designer

smccartn@westminsterco.gov
303-658-2095

Sean is a seasoned land planner with a strong background in working collaboratively across various sectors, including City employees, citizen groups, government agencies, and business stakeholders. He uses imagery as part of his language skills by taking the most technical subject and creating imagery that allows participants, of all ages, to understand even the most confusing details. He also plays a pivotal role in the development of projects, strategies, and policies that shape the city's growth by providing "what if" and buildout scenarios that give potential developers an idea of what development potential a property may yield. Known for his strategic thinking, clear communication, and attention to detail, Sean continues to contribute to shaping the City’s urban landscape and improving services through effective planning and design.

John Vann

Community Vibrancy Administrator

jvann@westminsterco.gov
303-658-2088  

John comes to Real Estate Development with a rich background and history of creating public parks and spaces. John has 40 years of experience working on both the public and private sides of municipal park design and construction. His role is to create vibrant and exciting public spaces throughout the new Westminster Downtown and Transit Oriented Development areas. John assists with planning and troubleshooting development issues to ensure smooth construction and operations. Most importantly, John is always on the lookout for new opportunities for Westminster residents to enjoy.

John Vann

Community Vibrancy Administrator

jvann@westminsterco.gov
303-658-2088  

John comes to Real Estate Development with a rich background and history of creating public parks and spaces. John has 40 years of experience working on both the public and private sides of municipal park design and construction. His role is to create vibrant and exciting public spaces throughout the new Westminster Downtown and Transit Oriented Development areas. John assists with planning and troubleshooting development issues to ensure smooth construction and operations. Most importantly, John is always on the lookout for new opportunities for Westminster residents to enjoy.