Johnson Associates

We offer unrivaled expertise in strategic compensation solutions along with a high-touch, client-first, approach to doing business.

Compensation Consulting for the Financial Sector
Market Data and Strategic Design
We are a specialized, independent compensation consulting firm that focuses on providing strategic advice and design (almost exclusively) for financial services firms. Johnson Associates helps senior management and corporate boards with their most complex and sensitive business challenges related to compensation. Privately owned and founded over 30 years ago, we have been a trusted partner across market cycles to an exceptional client roster. We have long-standing relationships with firms which include the largest multi-national financial companies, traditional and alternative asset management firms, private equity, boutiques, FinTech and start-ups.

OUR APPROACH & SERVICES
Custom and Nuanced Compensation Solutions
We know that the compensation programs of companies in the financial sector are inherently different and more complex than most industries. We apply our astute knowledge of data analytics, market trends, corporate governance best practices and organizational culture to create custom-designed compensation programs that drive business goals, retain valued executives, motivate employees and attract new talent. But what truly sets us apart is our candor, proprietary data and processes, and 30+ years of experience understanding the nuances that can make all the difference between failure and success.

♦ Board of Director Compensation

♦ Compensation Committee Advice

♦ Executive Compensation Design & Feedback

♦ Regulatory Trends & Issues

♦ Say on Pay / Shareholder Advisory

♦ ESG Metrics

♦ Emerging Market Trends & Analysis

♦ IPO / Unit Sale / Acquisition Issues

♦ Stock Option Valuation

♦ Detailed Program Assessments

♦ Annual Incentive Design

♦ Incentive Funding Rates

♦ Partnership Plans

♦ Custom Analytics

♦ Compensation Mix (Base Salary / Incentive / Long-term)

♦ Market Benchmarking

♦ Peer Group Analysis

♦ Performance Metrics

♦ Employment Contracts

♦ Sales Incentive Design & Review

♦ Compensation Philosophy