Harvey Johnson joined PBMares in October 2003, and took over as the Chief Executive Officer on January 1, 2021.
As the CEO he is responsible for providing vision and driving the strategic direction of the Firm, supervising other executives, and overseeing growth plans.
Prior to taking on the role of CEO, Mr. Johnson’s leadership experience includes serving as the practice leader of the firm’s Financial Institutions Team, Cyber & Control Risk Services Team, and Regional Market Partner in Hampton Roads.
In addition to being a CPA, he is also a Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA).
Professional affiliations include membership in the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), and the Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants (VSCPA).
Mr. Johnson believes in using his professional skills to support the community through philanthropical support and service by serving as a director of the following Boards:
- TowneBank Peninsula
- RVA 757 Connects
- Hampton Roads Chamber
EDUCATION:
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting from the University of North Carolina Wilmington in North Carolina
- Master of Science in Accounting from Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia
ARTICLES:
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