Pepper Johnstone

Pepper is a creative and effective negotiator with proven marketing skills. These skills were honed through her 30+ years of experience as a corporate executive with BellSouth/ATT where she started in Louisville, KY. After statewide experience, she was transferred to Washington, D.C. where she spent 20 years working directly with the Federal, Executive, and Legislative branches.

After retirement, Pepper began her second full-time career in real estate. With 17 years of experience in real estate, she is especially innovative with marketing homes of all values from first-time homesellers to million dollar estate homes. Pepper goes above and beyond to assure that her clients are pleased with the service she provides. Because of her dedication and 24/7 service, much of her business is generated through past customer referrals. She is definitely a “people person,” compassionate listener, and an educator for her buyers and sellers.

Pepper is a lifelong learner and received her bachelor’s degree in Business Education from the University of Kentucky and a master’s degree in Urban Development from the University of Louisville. She went on to receive a doctorate in Public Administration from the University of Southern California. She has taught courses at George Washington University and Mary Washington University.

Through the years, Pepper has served on numerous boards and in various volunteer capacities. Among these are Bluegrass and Washington Area Hospice, National Women’s Party, U.S. Capitol Visitor’s Committee, Chairman of the Board of Directors-Women’s Campaign Research Fund, Board of Directors Audubon Hospital, Louisville YMCA, Leadership Louisville, and the National Conference of Christians and Jews. She is currently involved with Bluegrass Literacy, Maxwell Street Legal Clinic, and delivers Meals on Wheels.