J. Michael Robison is a senior real estate executive, entrepreneur, and civic leader with decades of experience building and leading large-scale operating companies. His career reflects a consistent focus on operational structure, long-term planning, and responsible leadership. He serves as Managing Partner of Robison Real Estate Holdings, LLC, and is the Founder, Chairman, and retired Chief Executive Officer of Lanier Parking Holdings. He is also the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Ackceptional.com. Across these roles, his work has emphasized steady growth, accountability, and service quality.

 

Educational Background

 

Robison earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Management and Finance from the Georgia Institute of Technology. His academic training provided a solid foundation in financial analysis, management systems, and organizational decision-making. His time at Georgia Tech also connected him to Atlanta’s business and civic ecosystem. These early relationships later supported his involvement in building companies and contributing to a wide range of regional institutions.

 

Creation of Lanier Parking Holdings

 

The most significant chapter of Mr. Robison’s professional career is his role as Founder, Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer of Lanier Parking Holdings. Under his leadership, Lanier Parking Holdings grew into a central parking management and transportation services company operating across the United States, Canada, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The company’s development was guided by clear operating standards, reliable service delivery, and the ability to scale across diverse markets.

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During his tenure, Lanier expanded into a central parking management platform operating more than 400 properties in 50 cities across the United States, Canada, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The organization oversaw approximately $15 billion in assets under management and generated about $140 million in annual management fee income. This growth reflected disciplined execution and a structured operating model rather than short-term expansion.

 

Company Performance and Recognition

 

At the time of his retirement as CEO, the company managed more than 400 properties across 50 cities. Lanier Parking Holdings also reached approximately $15 billion in assets under management and generated roughly $140 million in annual management fee income. Mr. Robison’s tenure as CEO coincided with a period of sustained growth and increasing professionalism within the parking management industry.

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Lanier Parking Holdings was recognized for its performance by several organizations. The company was included on the Inc. 5000 list of Fastest-Growing Companies. Georgia Trend Magazine recognized it as one of the top 40 Fastest-Growing Companies, and the Atlanta Journal-Constitution recognized it as one of the top 40 Fastest-Growing Companies and one of the top 100 Private Companies. These recognitions reflected consistent operating results and strong leadership practices.

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Chairman Responsibilities and Oversight

 

Following his retirement as Chief Executive Officer, Michael Robison continued to serve as Chairman of Lanier Parking Holdings. In this role, he shifted away from daily management responsibilities and focused on corporate governance and executive mentorship. His experience building the organization from its early stages through national expansion continues to guide strategic discussions.

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As Chairman, Mr. Robison has focused on long-term positioning rather than day-to-day operations, supporting management in evaluating new opportunities and managing risk. His approach emphasizes clear accountability, thoughtful planning, and disciplined decision-making.

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Real Estate Investment Leadership

 

In addition to his work with Lanier Parking Holdings, he serves as Managing Partner of Robison Real Estate Holdings, LLC. His approach to real estate ownership is shaped by years of managing operating assets. He views properties not only as financial investments but also as environments where operational quality directly affects performance.

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He evaluates properties as both financial investments and operational environments, where management quality and infrastructure condition directly affect long-term performance. This perspective holds that sustained value depends on careful stewardship and effective management.

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Ackceptional.com and Service Improvement

 

He is also the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Ackceptional.com. This venture reflects his continued interest in improving service delivery and customer interaction through practical technology solutions. Ackceptional.com was developed to address communication and accountability gaps between service providers and their customers.

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Civic and Board Leadership

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Throughout his career, J. Michael Robison has remained committed to civic leadership. He has served as Chairman of the Board of the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau and as Chairman of the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce Transit Subcommittee and the Metro Chamber Commuter Rail Task Force. He has also served as Chairman of the Georgia Gaming Research Alliance and as chairman of Atlanta Streetcar, Inc.