Staff

F. A. Johnson, II Esq., Chief Executive Officer, Charleston Redevelopment Corporation

F. A. Johnson, II Esq., was named CEO in 2021 after serving in an interim capacity and as Director of Development for a year and a half. In addition to overseeing the CRC, Johnson is responsible for creating the vision and stewarding the establishment of permanent affordable housing, resource development, land protection efforts, securing major gifts, financial management and pursuing a strategic, long term vision for the Palmetto Community Land Trust.

Johnson works to expand the CRC’s strong relationships with private and public partners across the region. He brings 30 years’ experience in economic development, real estate, business law, strategic planning, design, real estate development, government relations as well as grant and donor funding. He is responsible for managing third party contracted professionals including legal, architectural/engineering services, property management, demolition, audit services and accounting functions. Johnson is a proud graduate of Morehouse College and Emory School of Law.