Robert Johnston, a St Louis native, earned his B.S.B.A. at University of Tulsa in 1993 and started his career in the banking and investment industry. In 1998 he received his Master of Finance at St. Louis University. After grad school, Robert, looking to give back to the community, joined the American Red Cross as a Major Gifts Officer.
In 2002 Robert decided to become a Licensed Real Estate Salesperson in Missouri. He worked at Trammell Crow Company from 2002-2006, with his focus being office/retail brokerage and investment sales. In 2006 Robert joined the White Company as a Principal and is currently focused on commercial real estate development and investment.
Robert has supported numerous nonprofits in the community over the years. Some of his involvement has included being a Development Board Member of Edgewood Children’s Center as well as a Committee Member for numerous organizations including: BJC Hospice Pediatric Wings Program, Central Institute for the Deaf, Missouri Botanical Garden, The Mission Continues, United Way, and Saint Louis Zoo.
Having a passion for golf, Robert entered the golf business in 2014 as part owner of Pine Hollow Golf Club in Clayton, NC. His father had owned the golf course since 1982 and passed it on to his three children.
Robert’s son, Foster, is his pride and joy.