Ed  Johnson

Ed Johnson

Chief Executive Officer

About

Ed Johnson is an executive providing services for commercial real estate and capital markets clients nationwide and globally. Ed is a strategic advisor working his clients to secure debt and equity. His strengths are his ability to analyze, assess and collaborate across the C suite. He works on the Buy side and Sell side of various types of transactions. Ed's network spans corporate and government officials which give his clients and advantage when negotiating various projects. Ed is also an international executive providing strategic operations, leadership, management, communications to the real estate sector. Ed's global experiences include the UAE, Asia, Europe, Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean.

Country

United States

City

St. Petersburg

Industry

Financial Services

Skill

Biotechnology, Operations Management, Sales Operations, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), Business Acumen, Business-to-Business (B2B), Site Acquisition, Contract Negotiation, Land Development, Capital Projects, Executive Leadership, Managerial Finance, International Sales, Operations, Team Performance, Social Influence, Strategic Consulting, Sales Leadership, Analytical Skills, Problem Solving

Experience

Breathe Biologics-Biotech

Chief Executive Officer

Breathe Biologics-Biotech

2026-1 - Present · 9 mos

United States

Ed is responsible for setting the strategic vision and driving the commercial, clinical, and operational success of a biotech company built around patented Jadi Cell technology. He sits at the intersection of science, capital markets, regulation, and global partnerships. Strategic Leadership • Defines and execute the long-term strategy for Jadi Cell development, manufacturing, and commercialization. • Prioritizes therapeutic indications and clinical pathways to maximize platform value. • Positions the company as a category leader in regenerative and cell-based medicine. Clinical & Regulatory Oversight • Guides late-stage and post-approval clinical programs in coordination with scientific and regulatory teams. • Oversees interactions with regulatory authorities (FDA, EMA, global regulators) to ensure compliance and accelerate approvals. • Ensures the patented Jadi Cell platform meets evolving regulatory and quality standards. Manufacturing & IP Stewardship • Leads scalable, GMP-compliant manufacturing of Jadi Cells while protecting and expanding intellectual property. • Oversees process optimization, supply chain resilience, and cost-effective scale-up. • Safeguards patents, trade secrets, and licensing strategies globally. Business Development & Partnerships • Drives strategic partnerships, licensing agreements, and potential M&A activity with pharma and biotech partners. • Negotiates high-value collaborations that leverage the Jadi Cell platform across multiple indications. • Represents the company in CEO-to-CEO discussions with global partners. Capital Markets & Investor Relations • Serves as the primary spokesperson to investors, analysts, and the Board of Directors. • Leads fundraising, public market strategy, and long-term value creation. • Translates complex science into a compelling, credible investment narrative.

Advantage Capital

Advisory Board Member

Advantage Capital

LinkedIn
2009 - Present · 17 yrs

Orlando

Advise Senior Management in placing New Markets Tax Credits Allocations for economic empowerment for distressed areas around the United States. Analyze pipeline of investment and debt transactions via Excel spreadsheets based upon U.S. Treasury guidelines and requirements for investment into qualified low-income areas. Manage government relations on the state and federal level for the organization by education key congressional or state officials on the positive impact the New Markets Tax Credits program has on creating jobs in low income areas. Strategic marketing and communications within the organization and outside to increase brand awareness and measure message effectiveness. Identify new media and digital strategies for the most effective corporate marketing communications for the organization. Helping to create strong and clear messaging content across relevant social media platforms such as LinkedIn and Twitter. Helped to refine and bring awareness to the AC Brand Inside to effectively communicate the AC Brand Outside.

Northview Acquisition Corp.

Director

Northview Acquisition Corp.

2021-11 - 2026-1 · 4 yrs 3 mos

North View Acquisition Corporation is a blank check company. The Company is formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, capital stock exchange, asset acquisition, stock purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses. The Company intends to focus its search on businesses that are focused on healthcare.

Johnson Global Ventures Real Estate LLC

Commercial Real Estate Broker

Johnson Global Ventures Real Estate LLC

2016-1 - 2026-1 · 10 yrs 1 mo

Metro Orlando

Ed analyzes different types of Real Estate projects for capital market financing and land and asset acquisitions. Ed provides market analysis and strategic planning for real estate projects nationwide. Ed delivers regional analysis, site analysis, land acquisition and capital raising. Real estate sectors include but not limited to Multifamily, Single Family, Build to Rent, Hospitality, Storage Facilities, Data Centers, Retail, and Food and Beverage.

Delta Economic Development Center

CEO

Delta Economic Development Center

2008 - 2010 · 2 yrs

Financing, Investing, Governmental Leadership, CEO Advisement Works with United States Senators, Congressmen, Governors, State Senators, Legislators in providing financing for businesses across the United States. Debt and equity firm providing financing to projects nationwide. Advantage Capital utilizes New Markets Tax Credits from the CDFI Fund created by the United States Department of Treasury as well as State Tax Credits. Advantage Capital works with financial partners such as banks, investors, and state agencies to fund projects. An industry sampling of the projects include biotech, aerospace, healthcare, plastics, software, mobile networking, and traditional manufacturing.

Myindshare Performance, Inc.

CEO

Myindshare Performance, Inc.

2008 - 2009 · 1 yr
George Foremans Knockout Group

Director of Sales and Marketing

George Foremans Knockout Group

2006 - 2007 · 1 yr

Greater Chicago Area

Myindshare Performance, Inc.

CEO

Myindshare Performance, Inc.

2001 - 2006 · 5 yrs

Greater Chicago Area

Overtime, Inc Athlete & Celebrity Bodyguards

Chief Marketing Officer

Overtime, Inc Athlete & Celebrity Bodyguards

2001 - 2006 · 5 yrs
Golden Apple Foundation

Board Member

Golden Apple Foundation

LinkedIn
1998 - 2006 · 8 yrs

Education

Florida State University

Florida State University

LinkedIn

Marketing, Spanish

The Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth

The Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth

LinkedIn

Global Supply Chain

Nova Southeastern University

Nova Southeastern University

LinkedIn

Graduate Business

Ed Johnson's Contact Information

Email

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Phone

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