John Kenneth Johnson

John Kenneth Johnson is a seasoned legal professional with extensive experience in compliance, corporate affairs, and innovation in the legal industry. Currently serving as the Chief Innovation Officer at Schulte Roth + Zabel LLP, Johnson develops and leads the firm's innovation strategy. Previously, as the Global Head of Compliance at Spotify, Johnson advanced the corporate compliance program. Johnson's tenure at Anheuser-Busch InBev included roles such as Vice President of Legal & Corporate Affairs for South Asia, overseeing a large team and managing various legal and regulatory functions. A background in complex disputes and compliance risk management was established during time at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer as a Senior Associate. Judicial experience was gained as a law clerk for the Honorable Vanessa L. Bryant and as an associate at Dewey & LeBoeuf LLP. Johnson holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Yale University and a Doctor of Law from Columbia Law School.