Cheryl Johnson

Cheryl Johnson is responsible for system-wide leadership in the development and operations of human resources programs and initiatives related to talent management, compensation, benefits, employee relations, education, organizational development and learning, and the patient experience.

Johnson has more than 30 years of experience as a human resources leader across large and complex domestic and global organizations spanning education/higher education, retail, manufacturing, and chemical industries. She started her career as a recruiter for the Upjohn Company and has had executive positions with several Michigan firms including Ford, Whirlpool, Wolverine World Wide, Textron Fluid Handling Products, Meijer and Battle Creek Public Schools.

Johnson received her bachelor of arts degree in Psychology from Oakland University and master’s in Labor and Industrial Relations from Michigan State University. She is a Certified Human Resources Professional and Six Sigma Green Belt.