David J. Johnson is a high-impact financial leader known for precise execution, relentless problem-solving, and driving superior portfolio performance. As the CEO and founder of Vervent, he has built an industry powerhouse that delivers bulletproof solutions across consumer credit and capital markets. Since 2008, Johnson has grown the company into an award-winning, nine-figure, global financial services brand.

Johnson pulls from more than twenty-five years of industry experience to accelerate success with unmatched perspective and foresight. His leadership and insights have been prominently featured in top financial outlets, including The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, and Reuters. Additionally, he is a regular contributor to Fast Company and Entrepreneur magazines, where he shares his expertise on financial services, operational excellence, and business innovation. Before leading Vervent, Johnson served as SVP of Corporate Development at Memec, LLC. He also consulted for McKinsey & Company and Bain & Company, advising Global 500 clients across North America, Europe, Asia, and Africa. He is based in Boulder, Colorado. Figure It the F*ck Out is his first book.