About Me
Hi, I’m Erik Johnson, the Founder and CEO of DeFI Maverick.
It’s a pleasure to meet you!
My journey into the world of investing started in 2005, thanks to my dad. He introduced me to the stock market shortly after I graduated from high school. My dad, who’s always been passionate about finance, taught me the basics of investing — from buying low and selling high to understanding trendlines. I was fascinated by the idea of owning a part of companies like Intel, Google, and Costco and watching those investments grow over time.
I later earned my bachelor’s degree from California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) and went on to work in various industries, including wine production, hospitality, and insurance. I married my wonderful wife in 2017, and together we’ve been blessed with two amazing children who bring so much joy to our lives. Even with life in hyperdrive, my passion for investing remained strong. Around that time, I started hearing more and more about Bitcoin, and after speaking with colleagues, I realized there was something truly unique about this new world of digital assets. I felt a surge of excitement about its potential.
In January 2019, I took the plunge and bought my first Bitcoin for just $3,500. That decision marked the start of my deeper involvement in the crypto space. Following industry trends and influencers like Elon Musk, I saw an opportunity in Dogecoin, where a small $500 investment grew to $17,225 in just a few hours. From that moment, I was hooked.
Over the years, I’ve dedicated myself to learning the ins and outs of trading—studying price action, market structure, and various technical indicators like Fibonacci retracements, trend lines, and more. Along the way, I had my share of setbacks day trading risky options, including a significant loss in May 2023. But that experience pushed me to seek a better, safer, and more sustainable way of growing wealth.
In January 2019, I took the plunge and bought my first Bitcoin for just $3,500. That decision marked the start of my deeper involvement in the crypto space. Following industry trends and influencers like Elon Musk, I saw an opportunity in Dogecoin, where a small $500 investment grew to $17,225 in just a few hours. From that moment, I was hooked.
Over the years, I’ve dedicated myself to learning the ins and outs of trading—studying price action, market structure, and various technical indicators like Fibonacci retracements, trend lines, and more. Along the way, I had my share of setbacks day trading risky options, including a significant loss in May 2023. But that experience pushed me to seek a better, safer, and more sustainable way of growing wealth.
That’s when I discovered the power of Liquidity Pools. Through this approach, and a lot of trial and error, I’ve been able to create daily passive income, allowing me to step back and enjoy life with less stress and more freedom. It’s been transformative not just for me, but for my family as well.
Giving me free time to spend more time with my kids, ski and play golf. Now, my goal is to share what I’ve learned with others, helping as many people as possible achieve financial independence and the freedom they deserve to enjoy life on their terms.
Looking forward to helping you!
Erik Johnson.