David M. Johnson, CFA, CIRA

David M. Johnson, CFA, CIRA is a seasoned financial professional who recently co-founded Resolution Financial Advisors, a distressed advisory firm launched on April 8, 2024.1 As Principal and Managing Director at Resolution, Johnson brings over 25 years of experience in financial advisory, insolvency, and restructuring roles.1

Professional Background

Johnson's career spans several notable positions:

• Senior Managing Director at Sherwood Partners, Inc. (October 2018 - Present)
• Managing Director at Sherwood Partners, Inc. (July 2007 - Present)
• Director of Asset Management at Health Care Property Investors, Inc. (January 2006 - July 2007)
• Managing Director at The Edward Andrews Group Inc. (February 2004 - September 2005)
• Associate at Alvarez & Marsal, Inc. (February 2000 - January 2004)2

Expertise and Specializations

At Resolution Financial Advisors, Johnson specializes in:

• Providing strategy and execution for Boards, lenders, and investors dealing with distressed portfolio companies
• Handling various financial and legal tools including Assignments for the Benefit of Creditors (ABCs), foreclosures, receiverships, and federal bankruptcy proceedings
• Acting as a fiduciary agent, taking over Board responsibilities and offering protection for officers and directors
• Managing the monetization of assets, including Intellectual Property (IP), to maximize recovery1

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Economics from Franklin & Marshall College (1989-1993)
• Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) certification from CFA Institute (July 2004)
• Certified Insolvency and Restructuring Advisor (CIRA) from AIRA-Association of Insolvency & Restructuring Advisors (January 2022)2

Johnson's expertise in distressed advisory and his extensive experience in financial restructuring make him a valuable leader in the newly launched Resolution Financial Advisors.