Barb Johnson

Background

About Barb Johnson

BARB JOHNSON, CCIM, SIOR is a highly-respected and accomplished commercial real estate advisor who provides prudent and trusted counsel to publicly-traded corporations and private companies seeking to maximize the return on their real estate investments. She is an intuitive, detail-oriented problem solver who informs and supports decision making through a strong research orientation, depth of market knowledge, and state-of-the-art technology. Drawing on her expertise in finance, leadership, and education, Barb consistently structures and executes deals that positively impact profitability, organizational effectiveness, and talent acquisition and retention. Throughout her impressive career, Barb has leveraged her superb analytical, communication, and negotiation skills to exceed client expectations and drive growth. Under the CBRE umbrella, she has excelled in leasing, sales, site selection, and strategic planning, consistently solving increasingly complex problems for a wide variety of corporate clients. Her uniquely consultative approach, coupled with her robust network of advisors (both inside and outside the State of Utah) enable a wider exploration of available economic incentives for tenants seeking to capitalize on the potential of their R&D and office space while decreasing occupancy costs. Barb leads her Team and builds on a solid tradition of success in the Utah marketplace. Backed by the widespread brand recognition and top-shelf industry resources of commercial real estate powerhouse CBRE, she works with clients whose business interests range from lease renewals, re-locations, build-to-suit projects, and purchasing buildings and land. Barb continues to emphasize the human side of the real estate transaction, yet never loses sight of its practical and financial aspects. She excels in listening to the client to assess need, minimize risk, and design solutions that deliver premium value for her clients.