About us

ABOUT Johnson Consulting

Nearly Three Decades of Insight-Driven Real Estate Advisory

A trusted advisor to public and private sector clients navigating complex real estate, hospitality, sports, and destination development decisions.

Founded in 1996 in Chicago, our firm specializes in delivering independent, data-driven market, financial, and economic analysis that empowers informed decision-making and successful project implementation.

OUR SERVICES
OUR PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Our Results

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Hotel rooms were built through our studies

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Square feet of exhibition space

WHY JOHNSON CONSULTING?

We bring clarity to complex development decisions.

01

Time-Tested, Focused Experience

Decades of focused advisory experience across real estate and hospitality projects, shaped by evolving market cycles and complex development environments.
02

Independent Advisors

Independent, third-party advice delivered without brokerage, ownership, or operator influence, always aligned with our clients’ interests.
03

Financial Acumen

Strong financial analysis and modeling capabilities that support sound investment decisions and realistic performance expectations.
04

Concise Communication

Clear, focused communication that translates complex analysis into practical insight for decision-makers.
05

Market-Driven Reporting

Research-based reports grounded in real market conditions, demand drivers, and comparable performance benchmarks.
06

Industry Reach

Broad industry relationships and market exposure across hospitality, public venues, entertainment districts, and mixed-use developments.
Our Approach

Tailored to the unique needs of each client

Our team brings 35+ years of combined experience across real estate planning, hospitality, public assembly facilities, and economic development. 

We have completed 1,000+ projects across the United States and internationally, contributing to more than $100 billion in built development, including hotels, convention centers, sports facilities, mixed-use districts, and tourism destinations. Our methodology is rigorous, transparent, and always tailored to the unique needs of each client. We combine:

  • Research-driven insights
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Market benchmarking
  • Demand & financial forecasts
  • Funding strategies
Experienced Leadership

Meet the leadership team

Charles Johnson

President and Chief Executive Officer

Ryan Johnson

Principal

Brandon Dowling

Principal

Sarah Emmerton

Director of Research

Ayu Listiowati

Director of Financial Projections