Nate Johnson

Nate Johnson is a Senior Analyst at Sona Asset Management, based in New York, where he is responsible for research, idea generation, and fundamental analysis across credit-focused strategies. Sona Asset Management specializes in European credit, with an emphasis on long/short hedge fund strategies, and Nate is recognized for his expertise in evaluating corporate credit, distressed debt, and structured credit products.

Prior to joining Sona Asset Management in 2025, Nate was a Managing Director at Marathon Asset Management for nearly two decades, where he had a senior leadership role overseeing investments in high-yield bonds, leveraged loans, and special situations, primarily in global credit markets. Earlier in his career, he served as an Analyst at Citigroup, focusing on debt capital markets and fixed income research.

Nate holds a degree from Washington and Lee University, reflecting a strong foundational background in finance and economics. With over 20 years of experience, he is regarded for his contributions to the analysis and investment in complex credit and fixed income securities, and for his strategic insight into European and U.S. credit markets.