In addition to managing a dedicated team of property managers, facility engineers, and administrative assistants, Johnson oversaw the growth of Hillwood’s commercial property management business from 19 million SF to 26 million SF. Johnson also managed the growth of the multifamily property management business from 880 units to approximately 4,000 units in total, including its expansion into the Frisco, Texas, market.
Before joining Hillwood, Johnson was the Senior Vice President for C-III Asset Management, leading the hospitality REO asset management program. As Vice President of Northstar Realty Finance, Johnson pioneered the proliferation of commercial real estate CDO debt from 2004 to 2007, helping Northstar become the largest self-issuer of CDO bonds. Johnson’s extensive background covers all facets of real estate, including commercial, multifamily, and hospitality, and a well-rounded skill set in finance, capital structuring, asset management, and operations.