Michael Johnston

Co-Founder of WealthChannel and Host of WealthChannel Academy

Bio Info

Michael Johnston, CFA is a financial industry veteran with a passion for improving outcomes for retail investors.

Following stints in corporate finance and investment banking, Michael founded ETF Database (ETFdb) and grew it into the largest independent media property covering exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Under Michael’s leadership, the company achieved a commanding position within the ETF industry and played a key role in the “low cost revolution” that saw hundreds of billions of dollars flow from expensive mutual funds to low cost ETFs.

ETFdb is now a part of TSX Group, a publicly-traded financial services company that operates the Toronto Stock Exchange.

Michael co-founded WealthChannel with a mission of helping investors achieve financial independence by radically simplifying retirement planning and investing. Michael is responsible for WealthChannel’s content and education initiatives, including its flagship WealthChannel Academy.

Michael graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a degree in finance, and now resides in Oregon with his wife and son. He is active in his community as a member of the Board of Directors of the Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA) and a volunteer at Hosea Youth Services.

Michael's Podcast

WealthChannel Academy

To build a $1 million portfolio and enjoy a worry-free retirement, you need to understand just 7 basic concepts. WealthChannel Academy is your guide to simple and effective retirement planning, without the hype.

Previous Interviews

Opportunity Zones Podcast

Wealth Made Simple | Michael Johnston

WealthChannel | Financial Deep Dives

The Shortcut To Wealth | Michael Johnston

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