Jay Johnson
About Jay Johnson
Jay Johnson is a Senior Product Manager at Barracuda in the Detroit Metropolitan Area, with extensive experience in product management and a background in business administration and accounting.
Current Position at Barracuda
Jay Johnson currently holds the role of Senior Product Manager at Barracuda in the Detroit Metropolitan Area. In this position, he leads product management activities for a globally recognized SaaS B2B cloud backup solution. Johnson's role involves working closely with teams based in India, the UK, and the US, aiming to align product direction with customer needs and foster business growth.
Previous Role at Thomson Reuters
Prior to joining Barracuda, Jay Johnson served as a Senior Product Manager at Thomson Reuters for eight years, from 2014 to 2022. Also located in the Detroit Metropolitan Area, this role further honed his skills in managing product life cycles and focusing on customer-centric solutions. His extensive experience at Thomson Reuters contributed to his expertise in solving customer problems through innovative product management.
Experience at Crowe Horwath LLP
From 2004 to 2013, Jay Johnson worked as the Assistant Director at the National Tax Office of Crowe Horwath LLP. During his nine-year tenure, he managed various responsibilities related to tax office operations, showcasing his ability to drive complex, organization-wide initiatives. This role played a significant part in shaping his understanding of business operations and financial management.
Early Career at Christine A. Lauber, CPA
Jay Johnson began his professional career as a Client Service Manager at Christine A. Lauber, CPA, from 2001 to 2004. Over these three years, he gained foundational experience in customer service management and accounting, skills that would prove indispensable in his subsequent roles.
Educational Background
Jay Johnson completed his MBA in Business Administration, Management, and Operations from Indiana University South Bend from 2002 to 2006. Before that, he earned a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from the same institution, studying from 1995 to 2001. His education provided him with a solid foundation in both general business principles and specialized accounting knowledge.