ABOUT
Johnson Economics
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Johnson Economics is a consultancy serving a diverse mix of clients, including government and public agencies, corporations, developers, institutional investors, financial institutions, and non-profit organizations. The variety of our client base has allowed our firm to approach the development process from a wide range of perspectives.
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Johnson Economics was founded with the intent of assembling the most technically capable and knowledgeable consulting professionals in the Northwest. We have assembled a staff of highly qualified and experienced individuals, with over 50 years of combined experience. Our firm offers a full range of real estate and economic development services, with extensive experience in a wide range of land uses and development forms.
Our Team
Jerry Johnson, Principal
As a Principal with Johnson Economics, Jerry Johnson is involved in research design, economic and financial modeling, and market analysis. He has consulted on the economics of land use planning and real estate for 28 years and is recognized as a top expert in land use economics. Jerry formerly served as a member of the Governor’s Council of Economic Advisors for the State of Oregon and is an adjunct professor at Portland State University’s Master of Real Estate Development (MRED) program, additionally serving as the editor for the Center for Real Estate’s Quarterly journal. Jerry has managed over 600 projects, working with various private and public sector clients.
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Jerry’s consulting experience includes an expansive range of real estate development and economic matters. He is an expert at the identification and quantification of redevelopment opportunities, including pro forma-based predictive development and redevelopment models. Jerry’s primary areas of emphasis are real estate financial analysis, dynamic urban modeling, economic growth, and public policy.
Jerry holds a Master of Science degree in urban planning with a specialization in economic development from Portland State University, as well as undergraduate degrees in architectural design and economics.
Jon Spikkeland , Senior Associate
Jon Spikkeland is a Senior Associate with Johnson Economics. Jon’s background in financial analysis adds experience to the firm in pro forma analysis and cap rate projections. Before joining Johnson Economics, Jon worked for an asset management group and management of a real estate development partnership.
​Jon specializes in market research for public and private clients across the spectrum of use types. He has conducted extensive analysis on the drivers of real estate demand and pricing, further investigating the market impacts of new supply, amenities, and redevelopment. He has developed numerous predictive models and has produced market forecasts for the development community for several years. Jon is also involved in economic development research on topics like labor profile, cluster development, and industries with positive social equity impact.
​Jon studied at Washington State University and Menighetsfakultetet, where he acquired undergraduate degrees in business administration/finance and cultural/social studies before pursuing his master's in religious studies.
Kenadi Browne, Associate
Kenadi is an associate with Johnson Economics. Her recent work has included agricultural resource land analysis and multifamily feasibility analysis. Before joining Johnson Economics, Kenadi worked in both public and private education.
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She specializes in econometric and statistical analysis, multifamily residential research, and agricultural economics.
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Kenadi holds a master's degree in economics from the University of Oregon and received her Bachelor of Economics from Portland State University.
Henry Ortiz-Johnson, Associate
henry@johnsoneconomics.com
Henry is an associate with Johnson Economics, completing market and economics research for the firm. Henry has previous experience as a research assistant for the Levy Retail Group Marcus & Millichap, where he managed extensive private databases and further developed his skills working with rental contracts. At Johnson Economics, Henry completes feasibility analyses and assesses the financial viability of various development projects. ​
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Henry's areas of specialization include economic base analysis, multifamily residential analysis, econometrics/statistical analysis, and hotel and entertainment research.
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Henry holds a Bachelor of Science in economics from the University of Houston.
Brendan Buckley, Senior Project Manager
Brendan Buckley is a Senior Project Manager with Johnson Economics. Brendan conducts market research and public policy analysis for many distinct public and private sector clients. He has professional experience in Urban & Regional Planning, Urban Renewal, and Economic Development and Housing. Brendan formerly served as an Associate City Planner for the City of Gresham, gained experience as a Policy and Research Assistant for the Everett Housing Authority, and worked for the Imandi Corporation as a Project Manager.
Brendan's primary professional experience centralizes urban and regional planning, urban renewal, and economic development and housing; his background provides a strong knowledge of public sector planning and economic development programs and processes. He also specializes in GIS analysis and regularly consults on the feasibility and market conditions for transit-oriented development and plan areas.
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Brendan holds a Master of Urban and Regional Planning degree from Portland State University, along with a graduate certificate in Real Estate Development, and obtained a B.A. in Philosophy.
Ariel M. Hardiyanto , Analyst
Ariel Hardiyanto is an analyst with Johnson Economics and works on data collection and analysis for various projects. His recent work has included residential market studies and public policy research. Before joining the firm, Ariel worked at Bank Mandiri Sekuritas in Jakarta, Indonesia.
His previous research includes evaluating the effects of large toll-road construction on electrification in rural Indonesia. Ariel is also bilingual in English and Bahasa Indonesia.
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Ariel graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in economics from the University of Oregon.
Daniel Beauchaine, Data Scientist
Daniel Beauchaine is a data scientist who assists the firm with programming and refining land use models. He has extensive knowledge in database enhancement and management; his prior experience includes leading teams of researchers developing and maintaining data visualization in Looker.
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Dan's programming uses multiple coding languages, including SQL, R, TypeScript, C, C++, C#, JavaScript, and Python.
Dan holds a Bachelor of Science in economics from Portland State University, with minors in computer science and history.
Natalie Mathers, Intern
natalie@johnsoneconomics.com
Natalie is an intern with Johnson Economics, conducting market research for the firm. She has previous experience as an educator for summer math classes at Parkrose Middle School and managed the club finances of her club volleyball team as elected treasurer.
Natalie’s academic concentration in economics led to intensive coursework in labor market issues, urban and regional economic problems, money and banking, and econometrics.
Natalie holds a bachelor's degree in general social sciences with a specialization in economics from the University of Oregon, where she will soon pursue graduate school.
Mira Coles, Intern
mira@johnsoneconomics.com
Mira is an intern with Johnson Economics, aiding in marketing and research. She has experience as a creative writing instructor at Oak Hills School, as a First-Year Interest Group assistant for university courses, and currently works as an Educational Outreach intern with INCLUDAS Publishing.
Her undergraduate research culminated in a thesis exploring contemporary francophone literature.
Mira graduated with a B.A. in Comparative Literature from the University of Oregon, with minors in French and economics.