CHICAGO, IL and ATLANTA, GA— In response to accelerating demand and transformation across the healthcare sector, global real estate advisor Avison Young has appointed Jay Johnson as Principal and Executive Managing Director of Healthcare Services, tasking him with leading the strategic growth of the firm’s healthcare business across the United States.
A recognized industry leader with more than 30 years of experience, Johnson will spearhead efforts to expand Avison Young’s healthcare client base, strengthen its national footprint, and enhance the global reach of its healthcare platform. He will be based in the firm’s Atlanta office and serve on Avison Young’s U.S. Executive Committee.
“The healthcare sector is experiencing unprecedented transformation, driven by evolving patient needs, technology advancements, and population growth,” said Harry Klaff, U.S. President of Avison Young. “Jay’s expertise will enable Avison Young to guide clients through this critical moment and build a best-in-class healthcare real estate platform across the U.S. and globally for the future.”
Johnson brings deep cross-disciplinary experience to the role, having held leadership positions at JLL, Transwestern, CBRE, and Ernst & Young. Most recently, he served as National Director of Healthcare Markets at JLL, advising a diverse set of healthcare occupiers—including hospitals and physician practices—as well as institutional investors such as REITs, private equity firms, and pension funds. His expertise spans brokerage, capital markets, development, valuation, consulting, and property management.
“Avison Young’s client-centric and technology-driven platform is uniquely positioned to deliver innovative solutions for the rapidly evolving healthcare industry,” said Johnson. “Through cross-sector collaboration and a strong commitment to developing talent across the country, I’m excited to continue to grow the existing powerhouse team at Avison Young to help our current and future clients thrive.”
The move underscores Avison Young’s commitment to deepening its presence in the healthcare real estate sector, which has seen a surge in demand due to demographic shifts, care delivery innovations, and the increasing integration of real estate with long-term health system strategy.
With Johnson at the helm, the firm aims to further align its real estate services with the mission-critical goals of healthcare providers and investors navigating today’s complex and rapidly changing environment.
