Elizabeth Johnson
About Elizabeth Johnson
Elizabeth Johnson serves as the Creative Solutions Manager at Akima, where she develops branding guidelines and manages marketing materials for the company's subsidiary companies. With a background in relationship management and a strong educational foundation in Middle Eastern Studies and Sacred Music, she has held various roles in the financial and creative sectors.
Work at Akima
Currently, Elizabeth Johnson serves as the Creative Solutions Manager at Akima, a role she has held since 2018. In this position, she is responsible for developing branding guidelines that align with the company's business objectives and ensuring adherence across all levels of the organization. Johnson manages the creation of marketing and communications materials for Akima's 45+ subsidiary companies and oversees a variety of creative projects, including multimedia presentations, video production, and web development. Additionally, she communicates Akima's brand through interior design and signage across nationwide facilities.
Previous Experience
Elizabeth Johnson has a diverse professional background. Prior to her current role at Akima, she worked as a Multimedia Designer at Akima from 2016 to 2018. She also held positions at New York Life Retirement Plan Services as 2nd Vice President of Relationship Management from 2007 to 2009, and at Putnam Investments as a Relationship Manager from 2000 to 2006. Johnson served as a Senior Retirement Plan Consultant at Molewski Financial Partners for 10 months in 2010-2011 and worked as a Marketing Manager at Breaux Vineyards, Ltd. from 2011 to 2014.
Education and Expertise
Elizabeth Johnson holds a Master's degree in Middle Eastern Studies from Harvard University. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sacred Music from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, where she studied from 1992 to 1997. Her educational background supports her expertise in creative solutions and branding, enabling her to guide media, creative agencies, and brand partners in effectively utilizing Akima's branding and creative products.
Current Business Endeavors
In addition to her role at Akima, Elizabeth Johnson is a co-owner of Strategic in Nature, a business she has been involved with since 2014 in Purcellville, Virginia. This venture allows her to apply her skills in marketing and branding while contributing to the local community.
Community Engagement
Elizabeth Johnson oversees the communication of Akima's indigenous Alaskan Iñupiaq shareholders' story and perspective. This role highlights her commitment to representing diverse narratives and ensuring that the voices of these communities are effectively communicated within the company's branding efforts.