Carla is a financial advisor at Raymond James specializing in investment and planning strategies for our clients.

Carla began her career at Raymond James headquarters nearly 10 years ago as an analyst on the alternative investments team. She was responsible for conducting due diligence and investment analysis of hedge funds and private equity funds for the firm’s high-net-worth clients. She then joined Raymond James’ Corporate Development team where she played an important role in mergers and acquisitions. Carla and her team conducted qualitative and quantitative research analyzing the financial services industry and evaluating potential companies for Raymond James to acquire. She collaborated with senior Raymond James executives across multiple business units in evaluating acquisition opportunities.

Carla has a Chartered Financial Analyst^® (CFA^®) designation, in addition to her Series 7, 66 and insurance licenses. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in finance at the University of Central Florida.

In her free time, Carla is active in the community with the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay, Tampa Connection, WEDU PBS, Junior Achievement, Women of Influence, Ryan Nece Foundation and Stovall House. She lives in South Tampa, is fluent in Spanish and enjoys running, playing tennis and walking her dog. Carla also loves spending time with family and friends, and discovering new local restaurants.

To contact Carla, email Carla.Johnson@RaymondJames.com or call 813.202.1150.