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Erik Johnson
Principal and Portfolio Manager at Cornerstone Advisory, LLC
About
Erik Johnson is Principal and Portfolio Manager at Cornerstone Advisory, LLC, based in Severna Park, Maryland, where he is one of the firm’s principal owners and leads portfolio management and investment strategy. He is responsible for overseeing client portfolios, providing investment advisory services, and developing tailored strategies with a focus on portfolio construction and risk management across a diverse range of client needs.
Johnson specializes in asset management, alternative investments, and wealth management, with particular expertise in portfolio allocation, equities, and private investment vehicles. As a Partner at Outcome Driven Fund and a former Vice President at Merrill Lynch, he has significant experience structuring portfolios encompassing both traditional and alternative asset classes, serving high-net-worth individuals and institutional clients.
He holds a BA in Accounting and Finance from Gettysburg College, combining strong analytical skills with decades of market experience. Notable achievements include being recognized among the Financial Times Top 300 Registered Investment Advisors in 2019 and serving as a board member at the Stewart and Marlene Greenebaum Cancer Center, reflecting his commitment to both industry excellence and community service.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornerstone Advisory | Principal and Portfolio Manager | Aug 2011 to Present | — |
| Outcome Driven Fund | Partner | Aug 2014 to Present | — |
| University of Maryland Medical Center | Board Member, Stewart and Marlene Greenebaum Cancer Center | Sep 2010 to Present | — |
| Private Fund Advisors | Principal | Sep 1997 to Apr 2017 | — |
| Merrill Lynch | Vice President | Jul 1991 to Jul 1997 | Private Client Group |
| Bear Stearns | Intern Trader | May 1991 to Aug 1991 | — |
Education
Gettysburg College
BA, Accounting & Finance
1987 — 1991
Skills & Expertise
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| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Portfolio Manager | Cockeysville, MD , United States | |
| Managing Partner | Cockeysville, MD , United States | |
| Partner | Baltimore, MD , United States | |
| Portfolio Manager | Washington, DC , United States |
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