Les Johnson is a highly experienced commercial real estate professional with more than 40 years of industry experience serving businesses, investors, developers, and property owners throughout Northeast Georgia and the surrounding markets. As a Senior Commercial Sales Associate, Les specializes in industrial real estate, commercial land, investment properties, and business-focused real estate solutions, helping clients successfully navigate complex commercial transactions.

Les began his real estate career after earning his license in 1983 and has built a distinguished reputation as a trusted advisor in the commercial real estate industry. In 1990, he joined King Industrial Realty, where he advanced to Vice President in 2001. He later joined The Simpson Company of Georgia, Inc. in 2004, continuing to focus on industrial properties, land sales, and commercial real estate opportunities throughout Northeast Georgia.

Throughout his career, Les has successfully completed more than $100 million in real estate sales and leasing transactions, representing a wide range of clients in the acquisition, disposition, and leasing of industrial and commercial properties. His extensive market knowledge, negotiation skills, and ability to understand the needs of businesses and investors have made him a respected leader in commercial real estate.

Before entering real estate, Les gained valuable experience as an entrepreneur and developer. He founded and served as managing partner of Sport Courts Inc. and J. L. Johnson Enterprises, companies involved in the development and construction of retail and office facilities. This firsthand experience in commercial development, construction, and ownership provides Les with a unique perspective when advising clients on commercial property decisions.

Les holds the prestigious Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation, which he earned in 1998, demonstrating advanced expertise in commercial investment analysis, market evaluation, and financial strategies. In 2002, he received the Phoenix Award from the Atlanta Commercial Board of REALTORS®, recognizing long-term excellence and achievement in commercial real estate. He later served as President of the Georgia Chapter of CCIM in 2007 and was appointed to the Atlanta Commercial Board of REALTORS® Board of Directors that same year.

A graduate of the University of Georgia, Les earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in 1975. His combination of education, entrepreneurial experience, and decades of commercial real estate success allows him to provide clients with strategic guidance throughout every stage of a transaction.

Les is a longtime resident of Gainesville, Georgia, where he lives with his wife, Gloria. He remains committed to serving the businesses, investors, and communities that make Northeast Georgia a thriving place to work, grow, and invest.

Whether assisting with industrial property sales, commercial land acquisitions, investment opportunities, development projects, or commercial leasing, Les Johnson brings unmatched experience, proven results, and deep market expertise to every real estate transaction.