James Johnson

Johnson is responsible for the oversight of risk management processes and controls across the Retail Bank. He also serves as the strategic leader for operational and execution initiatives.

With a career that spans more than 15 years, Johnson offers extensive experience in developing risk and operational strategies. In his most recent role as Vice President, Head of Digital Risk and Operations, Digital Channels for First Republic Bank, he led programs to identify, measure and mitigate risk, while providing sound solutions for secure delivery of digital banking products and services. Prior to First Republic Bank, he also served in risk management roles at Prosper Marketplace, Bank of the West and FDIC.

Johnson earned his bachelor's from Pfeiffer University in North Carolina, and master's degree from the University of Phoenix. He also earned his Graduate Certificate in Banking from the University of Washington. Johnson holds designations as a Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC); Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE); Certified Financial Services Auditor (CFSA); and Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP).