Team

Vikki Johnson
Karen Hoke
Pamela Mendelsohn
Janis Fulford

Vikki Johnson

Vikki began her career more than 20 years ago with Bay Area developer Douglas Stitzel. She built a reputation as the leading landlord representative for San Francisco’s Union Square District based on her involvement in the first multi-level retail projects in the area, One Union Square and Union Square 100. More recently, she negotiated such transactions as H&M’s first West Coast store and the new Barney’s and DeBeers flagship stores.

Vikki has put her stamp on Los Angeles’ retail market as well, including high-end destinations such as One and Two Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills and One Colorado Boulevard in Pasadena, one of Southern California ’s first and most successful revitalization and redevelopment projects.

“Johnson Hoke is all about putting together the best deals for our clients, from the financial structure to the intricacies of the leases to the tenant mix. From the day we’re engaged, we’re focused on maximizing their NOI.”

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Karen Hoke

Karen Hoke’s resume is a virtual map of retailing hot spots from Madison Avenue and SOHO to Union Square and SOMA. Her reputation for perseverance, follow-through and caring about a project’s success has earned her the respect and admiration of tenants and property owners alike.

In 1997 Karen relocated from New York to San Francisco to co-found Johnson Hoke Ltd. with Vikki Johnson. Karen “brings to the table” a passion for fine dining, and excels at finding and negotiating leases for chic restaurants and innovative food concepts – essential ingredients to the success of high-end retail properties in a sophisticated “foodie town” like San Francisco.

“There is nothing more exciting than seeing a neighborhood begin to flourish and grow. It reminds you that the city is really a living thing, and that the energy and passion of entrepreneurs and innovators can be completely contagious.”

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Pamela Mendelsohn

A recognized expert in tenant representation and merchandising, Pamela Mendelsohn thoroughly understands retailers’ needs and points of view. Her knowledge of retail trends and unparalleled ability to discover new top quality retailers and restaurants are invaluable to Johnson Hoke clients.

Over the course of a 26-year career, Pam has created a specialty niche in urban neighborhood revitalization, playing a significant part in revitalizing San Francisco ’s retail destination neighborhoods including Fillmore, Sacramento , Polk, Union and Chestnut Streets. She elevated the retail integrity of Melrose Place in Los Angeles and is active in other noteworthy markets, such as Beverly Hills, Sunset Plaza and Montana Avenue.

Pam has consulted on the development and merchandising of some of the West Coast’s premier retail developments, including San Francisco Centre and 835 Market Street-Bloomingdales in San Francisco and the Village at Northstar in Lake Tahoe. Her leasing work includes such distinguished addresses as Two Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, Fashion Island in Newport Beach and Santana Row in San Jose.

“Bringing in unique retailers plays a pivotal role in revitalizing an urban neighborhood shopping district. They add a distinctive flavor and vibrancy, and really enhance the shopping experience for the customer.”

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Janis Fulford

Janis Fulford joined the Johnson Hoke team in 2005. She assists local tenants with marketing and business strategies, with a particular focus on special leasing projects, neighborhood development and tenant representation.

Janis brings to the team more than 20 years of experience in marketing, sales and community development. She holds a B.A. from Indiana University and is a licensed real estate broker in California.

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