Hawkins is a partner in the firm of Alliance Equity, in Seattle, Washington, specializing in mergers and acquisitions of small mid-cap businesses. His consulting and intermediary work with mid-cap businesses focuses on driving value for the benefit of the equity holders, and includes issues such as value building strategies, corporate litigation and turnaround support. His professional designations include Certified Merger & Acquisition Advisor (CM&AA) and Commercial Investment Member (CCIM). Transactions of note include RAHCO International, Taco Time International, Omni Restaurants, Omni Management, TFC Inc., and Hospitality Associates.