Mr. Johnston's career includes 19 years in Commercial Banking in California, Texas, North Carolina, and New York, and serving as one of the youngest bank presidents in U.S. history. He has also served over 10 years in private equity and M&A, including as EVP-Finance and one of the 'Founding Fathers' of the largest private company in Los Angeles. As an entrepreneur he has helped to build both banks and businesses from their inception, and including two $1B+ businesses. His community service has included serving as Past President of Rotary in Los Angeles (Century City) and as a frequent speaker to over 20 high schools across Southern California.