John Thornton

John Thornton is the Chief Executive Officer at Capital Real Estate Group, a position he has held since June 2017. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, he specializes in office and industrial brokerage services, focusing on helping Fortune 500 companies and emerging growth firms reduce their office space costs and navigate complex real estate challenges.13

Professional Background

• Current Role: As CEO of Capital Real Estate Group, Thornton leads efforts to provide tailored real estate solutions for clients across the U.S., emphasizing strategic lease negotiations and cost reduction.13
• Previous Experience:
  • Vice President at CBRE (July 2010 - June 2017): He provided office brokerage services and was instrumental in negotiating leases for various firms.1
  • Broker at Colliers International (August 2007 - July 2010): Specialized in tenant representation for office properties.1

Education

Thornton holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Real Estate from The University of Georgia, where he studied from 2001 to 2005. He also attended The Westminster Schools for his earlier education.1

Industry Contributions

John is recognized as a trusted authority in the real estate sector, frequently speaking at industry conferences and educating others about real estate investing. His leadership at Capital Real Estate Group reflects a commitment to delivering value-driven real estate solutions that align with client needs.23