Sam Johnson

Sam is the EY Americas Vice Chair — Markets and Accounts. In this role, he leads the EY Americas growth strategy by engaging and motivating 71,000 people to drive top-line growth and propel the EY brand in the market. He is a member of the US Executive Committee and the EY Americas Operating Executive. His innovation and keen business insights continue the growth of the US firm’s capabilities and support the global organization’s ambition of becoming the leading global professional services provider.

During his 28-year EY career, Sam has served in various positions, successfully growing and transforming the EY business. Previously, Sam was Vice Chair and Southeast Region Managing Partner, where he oversaw more than 5,000 EY professionals across six US states, the Caribbean and Puerto Rico.

From his tenure as EY Americas Risk Management and Internal Controls Services Leader, Sam has an in-depth knowledge around risk management compliance and internal control programs. He has also served as Accounts and Business Development Managing Partner and Advisory Managing Partner for the EY Northeast Region. As an advocate for early childhood education, Sam pursues his passion by contributing time to several community boards and mentoring with Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Sam and his wife, Stefanie, reside in Atlanta and have three children: Jordan, Justin and Jason.