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GHCDS Mini Gusto Students Develop Renewable Energy Business Plan at Cane Bay Partners
What if energy could be more affordable for U.S. Virgin Islanders? Budding entrepreneurs from Good Hope Country Day School tackled this question head-on during their 2025 Mini Gusto experience at Cane Bay Partners. This annual school-sponsored initiative...
Leadership Unscripted: Insights from Cane Bay Partners’ David A. Johnson on University of West Georgia’s ‘Off the Cuff’
The “blueprint to success” is a pursuit that professionals around the world spend thousands of dollars on annually. There are courses, books, workshops, seminars, and even certifications. And then there are genuine and vulnerable conversations from exemplary...
6 Life Lessons to Take into 2024 from Executive Leader David A. Johnson
Many know David Johnson for his professional achievements as a business leader and his long record of philanthropic contributions. But what’s behind the man who’s investment portfolio spans fintech, healthcare, spirits, and energy? What’s behind the man who helped...
Swinging for Good: Cane Bay Partners Wins Net Tournament while Supporting Queen Louise Home for Children at Golf Tournament
Cane Bay Partners is pleased to announce our sponsorship and active participation in the 2023 Queen Louise Home for Children Golf Tournament held from November 3-5. The tournament, which serves as an annual fundraiser in support of the Queen Louise Home, gives golf...
Georgia Higher Ed Community Recognizes Cane Bay Partners’ David Johnson for Outstanding Contributions to University of West Georgia
Cane Bay Partners Co-founder David Johnson, a long-time supporter of his alma mater the University of West Georgia, has been recognized by Georgia’s higher education community for his outstanding contributions to UWG. Johnson and several others were awarded as 2023...
Cane Bay Partners Congratulates Carolyn Whatley on Completing Global Scholars Capstone Thesis
Carolyn Whatley (second from right), daughter of Cane Bay Partners CEO Jimmy Whatley, poses for a photo with her fellow Chatham Hall global scholars during a symposium where they presented theses on global issues. Carolyn Whatley, daughter of Cane Bay Partners CEO...
GHCDS Mini Gusto at CBVI!
Transforming an idea into a full blown business plan is no easy feat for most people. But within just one week, we had the privilege of watching four high school students -- Jalen Fleming, Nick Crikelair, Yared Alfred, and Daryan Maynard -- do just that. These budding...
6 Financial Pitfalls of New Businesses — And How to Avoid Them
Financial Literacy Month is here! This year, we’re taking a look at the common financial pitfalls of new businesses and how to avoid them if the goal is long-term profitability.
Tanya Cofer: ‘Data Science is my Superpower’
In this mini-documentary, Cane Bay Partners’ Tanya Cofer talks data science, parenthood, and the mother who showed her it was possible to have it all.
Shantell Adams: Navigating STEM and Fintech as a Black Woman
Former Cane Bay Partners Risk Analyst Shantell Adams talks race, representation, and unique experiences as a Black woman in fintech.
Football and Fintech: Playing to Win!
CHALLENGE ACCEPTED: On the heels of the 2023 NFL season, Cane Bay Partners' Co-Founder David Johnson talks football, fintech, and what it means to "play to win" in both. Watch Now ???? https://youtu.be/xhqS-xd_GhI
Data Privacy, Data Security and Your Fintech Customers: 3 Tips for Better Protection
There’s no doubt that fintech innovations have transformed the way consumers interact with financial services. Digital systems have made it faster and easier to manage finances and pay for goods and services. But in exchange for more efficient and convenient services,...
Elderly Receive Furniture Gifts with Holiday Donation from Cane Bay Partners and Kirk Chewning
Six seniors involved with one or more Lutheran Social Services programs received brand-new furniture for Christmas this year through donations from Cane Bay Partners VI and its co-founder Kirk Chewning.
Cane Bay Partners’ David Johnson Supports UWG’s Push for Experiential Learning as Guest Judge at Wolf Den Elevator Pitch Competition
Cane Bay Partners Co-Founder David Johnson often credits the University of West Georgia for many of the valuable academic experiences that nurtured his entrepreneurship journey. Johnson got the chance to pay it forward on Nov. 9 by sharing his expertise with budding...
David Johnson: Small Town to Executive Leader
“I’m proof that you can come from the smallest towns, and you can make life what you want of it.” — David A. Johnson, Cane Bay Partners Co-Founder From humble beginnings in Baxley, Georgia where he spent his high school days, David A. Johnson would go on to become a...