Christopher D. Johnson (he/him/his)
I am a pragmatic, transformational, and collaborative leader skilled in steering the strategic direction of initiatives aligned with advocating for the deaf, hard-of-hearing, and deafblind communities. I have a decade of experience in elevating the quality of programming by establishing program governance, engaging with key stakeholders, and leading high-performing teams. Adept at identifying areas of success and opportunities to continually improve program quality and achieve organizational excellence.
As a primary education educator, former mid-level administrator & assistant dean, believer, and Deaf activist—it only takes one extraordinary story to make an impact!
Areas of Expertise: Strategic Planning | Team Leadership | Budget Management | Program & Project Management | Resource Allocation | Data Analysis | Training & Development | Presentations | Relationship Building | Advocacy & Communications | ADA | Cross-functional Collaborations
High Standards, Intentionality, and Mental Stimulation
My journey in advancing inclusion and belonging principles has been marked by a commitment to creating equitable and inclusive spaces across various dimensions. Recognizing that the work is ongoing, I remain dedicated to championing diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence, and accessibility (DEIA) framework in every facet of my personal and professional life. The list below is my top interests in higher education, where my vision is driven by the energy of the six pillars of leadership: 1) Integrity, 2) Humility, 3) Responsibility, 4) Purity, 5) Charity, and 6) Spirituality:
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Student-Centered Learning
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Academic Innovation
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Data-Driven Decision Making
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Community Hub: Collaboration and Partnerships
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Community-based Leadership
Dilemma in Deaf Education - The Crossroad Between Worlds - Leadership in Deaf Community
