Robert Johnston’s extensive background in real estate began in 2012. Since then, Mr. Johnston has acquired several entities which operate and develop single, multifamily, and retail real estate throughout the Southeast. Mr. Johnston is also the Chairman of the Board of Metal Tek International, Inc., a leading supplier of alloy components for high temperature, wear and corrosion environments. He serves on the Board of the Johnston Southern Company, his family’s controlling entity. He served on the Board of the Krystal Company for six years before it was sold in 2012, as well as on the Board of CapitalMark Bank, now known as Pinnacle Financial.