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David Johnston CFO

David Johnston former CFO has over thirty years of senior financial leadership experience

About Me

David Johnston former CFO is a highly regarded financial expert and former CFO for various Massachusetts biotech and life sciences companies. In 2019, he founded dbj Consulting LLC, providing fractional CFO services to small, emerging life sciences companies that cannot yet afford a full-time, experienced CFO.

Johnston believes that having part-time C-level executives is beneficial for both the firms and the executives. His firm offers the services of an experienced CFO on a fractional part-time basis, helping companies build financial relationships, manage financial resources, provide financial planning advice, and increase accountability in the business. Companies pay part-time CFOs hourly or flat-fee basis and only for their work hours. This allows companies to hire an experienced part-time CFO for less than they would pay a full-time one.

As a frequent blogger and author, Johnston shares his expertise on topics related to biotechnology and finance. Some of his articles have appeared on Medium, Tumblr, the Buckeye Business Review, DrBioScience, and other online business and medical sites.

Before founding dbj Consulting LLC, Johnston served in senior-level finance jobs with life sciences companies since 1998. He won many awards for his financial and strategic insight. His first life sciences finance position was senior vice president of corporate finance, corporate planning, and analysis for Genzyme. Afterwards, he served as CFO for two Boston-based multinational corporations seeking drugs to treat and cure cancer.

Johnston's consulting firm has helped many small emerging life sciences companies develop and implement action plans efficiently. His disciplined and professional approach and bit of humour have proven successful for entrepreneurs seeking strategic advice.

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May 15, 2023

Exploring the Dynamic World of Life Science Jobs

The field of life sciences offers a vast array of career opportunities that combine scientific exploration, research, and innovation with the pursuit of improving human health and understanding life itself. This article delves into the dynamic world of life science jobs, exploring the diverse range of professions, the skills and qualifications required, and the rewarding […]

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April 12, 2023

An Introduction to Biotechnology

Biotechnology uses living cells to develop or manipulate products for specific purposes, such as genetically modified foods. All living things have a hereditary material called DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid). Each unit of this material contains four nucleotides, Adenine, Guanine, Cytosine, and Thymine. These nucleotides pair up in strands that twist together in a double-helix spiral structure. […]

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March 21, 2023

Is Biotech a Smart Investment?

The industry is a big draw for investors but comes with some risks. Biotech firms face many regulations and can take years to develop drugs. This lengthy process can lead to costly failures if a company doesn’t have the right product. It can also risk a company’s stock price if the FDA doesn’t approve a […]

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February 13, 2023

What Biotech Stocks Did Warren Buffett Buy?

Over many decades, Warren Buffett has generated enormous returns for himself and his investors. Buffett has become more interested in biotech stocks. This essay will evaluate Warren Buffett’s biotech stock purchases and his investment strategy. Berkshire Hathaway One of Buffett’s biggest investments over the past decade has been in biotech stocks. His focus on these […]

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