David C. Johnson
Principal | Managing Broker
David’s commercial real estate career began with a career change in 1996. He serves as NAI G2 Commercial Real Estate’s Managing Broker. His responsibilities include compliance with real estate law and regulations, developing company policies, and recruiting, training, and mentoring new agents. David is also a registered architect, which gives him a unique and value-added perspective in evaluating and successfully marketing property for our clients.
His primary focus and expertise is industrial and office property. Together with his partner, Jack Hayes, he has sold or leased over 20 million square feet of space in the last 10 years and is recognized as one of West Georgia / East Alabama’s commercial real estate leaders.
David earned a Bachelor of Architecture Degree and Management Minor from Auburn University in 1984. David received his real estate license in 1996 and Broker’s license in 1999. When not working, he enjoys spending time with his wife of 35 years and their two sons, turkey, quail, and duck hunting, and time at the beach.
Professional Associations and Designations
- Former Member, City of Columbus’ Planning Advisory Commission
- Past Chairman, City of Columbus’ Board of Historic and Architectural Review
- Past Chairman, The Carpenters Way Ranch Board of Directors
- Past Chairman, The Stewart Community Home Board of Directors
- Past Chairman, The River Club Executive Committee
- Past Chairman, Micah’s Promise Board of Directors
- Former Board of Trustees Member, Christ Community Church
- Former Board of Trustees Member, The Methodist Home for Children and Youth
- Former Advisory Board Member, Our House
- Former Board Member, Piedmont Columbus Regional Foundation
- CREW Network Member