# Alex Johnson

> Alex Johnson is the founder of Fintech Takes, a widely read fintech newsletter and podcast; he is active on X as @AlexH_Johnson.

Source: https://www.neobank.wiki/wiki/alex-johnson
Last updated: 2026-08-11
Categories: Financial technology, Fintech journalists, People in fintech

**Alex Johnson** is an American fintech writer and analyst, founder of **Fintech Takes**—a twice-weekly newsletter and podcast covering financial services, technology and public policy.[^aj1] On [X](/wiki/x) (**@AlexH_Johnson**) he is one of the most-followed independent commentators on [neobanks](/wiki/neobank), product strategy and industry news, often paired with [Jason Mikula](/wiki/jason-mikula) on Fintech Recap episodes.

## Career

Before Fintech Takes, Johnson spent two decades in marketing, strategy and market research roles at firms including **Cornerstone Advisors**, **FICO**, **Mercator Advisory Group** and **Zoot Enterprises**. He left full-time corporate work to write independently and is frequently quoted in trade and mainstream press.

## Fintech Takes

Fintech Takes mixes long "takes" (deep dives) with short news briefs, known for analogies and pop-culture framing. The podcast features operator interviews and monthly recaps. The brand is a staple for product and strategy readers tracking U.S. and global digital banking.

## Media and X

Johnson appears at conferences such as Money20/20 and American Banker events. His X feed (**@AlexH_Johnson**) amplifies newsletter themes: [embedded finance](/wiki/embedded-finance), primary-account competition, regulation and product teardowns of [neobanks](/wiki/neobank) and banks.

## Infobox

- **Occupation**: Fintech writer / podcaster
- **Known for**: Fintech Takes
- **X**: @AlexH_Johnson
- **Based in**: Montana, U.S.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is Alex Johnson?

Alex Johnson is the founder of Fintech Takes, a widely read fintech newsletter and podcast; he is active on X as @AlexHJohnson.


## References

[^aj1]: Alex Johnson is the founder of Fintech Takes, a fintech newsletter and podcast. — https://fintechtakes.com/