About Erik Johnson
Erik Johnson is a Senior Vice President, Financial Advisor, Family Wealth Advisor, and Alternative Investments Director at the Blackbriar Group at Morgan Stanley. With over three decades of experience in financial services, Erik is dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate their financial journeys through thoughtful guidance, strategic planning, and a personal, relationship-focused approach.
Originally from Federal Way, Washington, Erik graduated from the University of Washington in Seattle with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics in 1994. He began his financial services career in 1991 at Merrill Lynch, where he worked until 2017. He joined Morgan Stanley in April of 2017 and has remained a steady presence ever since—serving clients with consistency, care, and a deep well of industry knowledge. Erik holds both the CRPC® (Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor) and Family Wealth Advisor designations.
At the Blackbriar Group, Erik focuses on comprehensive financial planning, asset allocation, tax-efficient strategies, portfolio income strategies, and alternative investments. His personal goal is to be an invaluable resource to both clients and colleagues—achieved through active listening, genuine care, and practical problem-solving. He brings a passion for wealth education across all ages and strives to support clients through every life stage with clarity and confidence.
Whether in or out of the office, Erik thrives on connecting with good people and constantly learning. Now that his children are young adults, he and his wife enjoy exploring new places together—always on the hunt for unique and memorable restaurants. An avid cyclist, Erik finds joy in all types of biking: road, cyclocross, gravel, and mountain. Staying active, spending quality time with friends, and giving back to the community are things he values most.
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