Ancestry of
Abigail Johnson
President and CEO of Fidelity Investments
Who is Abigail Johnson?
Abigail Johnson, the current President and CEO of Fidelity Investments, has been a prominent figure in the finance industry. Born on December 19, 1961, she is the granddaughter of Edward C. Johnson II, the founder of Fidelity. Abigail joined the company in 1988 and began as an analyst and portfolio manager after earning an MBA from Harvard Business School. She steadily rose through the ranks, becoming President in 2012 and CEO in 2014, succeeding her father, Edward C. "Ned" Johnson III.
Under her leadership, Fidelity has continued to thrive, maintaining its position as one of the largest asset managers in the world, with over $13 trillion assets under management, over $5 trillion of which are discretionary assets (i.e. mutual funds and managed accounts). Abigail has been instrumental in modernizing the company, embracing new technologies, and expanding its offerings in cryptocurrencies and digital assets.
Beyond her business acumen, Abigail is known for her philanthropic efforts. She has supported various educational initiatives and made significant contributions to the Fidelity Foundation, which focuses on education, arts, and culture. Her commitment to philanthropy and innovation in the financial sector has earned her numerous accolades, including being consistently listed among Forbes' most powerful women.
Some of the most recently added connections of famous kin for Abigail Johnson
Brig. Gen. Henry Clay Wood
Medal of Honor Recipient
U.S. Civil War
6th cousin 4 times removed
via John Alden
Horatio Collins King
Medal of Honor Recipient
U.S. Civil War
6th cousin 6 times removed
via Stephen Hopkins
Roland L. Bragg
Silver Star Recipient - WWII
Fort Bragg Namesake (2025)
9th cousin 2 times removed
via Nicholas Snow
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