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William Johnson is an Associate Professor of Finance in the Department of Finance at the Manning School of Business, University of Massachusetts Lowell.
His educational background includes:
- Ph.D. in Finance from Michigan State University (2006)
- MBA in Finance from State University of New York at Buffalo (2002)
- BS in Materials Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (1995)
Johnson's research interests span corporate governance, takeover defenses, and financial reporting. He has published extensively on the consequences of poison pills, the lifecycle effects of takeover defenses, and the accounting treatment of crypto assets. His work often examines the intersection of regulatory frameworks and corporate financial decisions.
His recent publications indicate a growing focus on the regulatory challenges of digital assets, as seen in his 2023 FASB comment letter. This trend reflects the increasing relevance of cryptocurrency in traditional finance and the need for updated accounting standards.
