About Us
Debbie Johnson, CPA, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Johnson joined ADA’s Financial Services Division as Controller in 1998, bringing an extensive background in auditing and consulting services to nonprofit organizations. Since taking the helm as CFO in 2005, Johnson has spearheaded numerous campaigns to streamline and automate ADA financial practices to reduce overhead and expedite the flow of funds to key ADA programs. Her passion for best practices and operating efficiencies is evident in the success of the newly expanded ADA investment initiative, which has netted an impressive 30 percent gain in investment income in the first year.
Prior to joining ADA, Johnson was Senior Manager with KPMG Peat Marwick, leading auditing and consulting engagements for a variety of nonprofit and public sector organizations. She also developed national education programs on best practices for nonprofit auditing and consulting engagements.
Johnson is a graduate of the University of Virginia.
