Mark Johnson

Mark Johnson is an accomplished communications and marketing professional with extensive experience in higher education, media relations, and strategic communications. Currently serving as the Chief Communications & Marketing Officer at Davidson College since November 2016, Mark has successfully directed the institution's visual identity and implemented its first comprehensive marketing strategy. Prior to this role, Mark held significant positions at Arizona State University and various consulting firms, focusing on media relations, crisis communication, and strategic communications. A former reporter for several prominent newspapers, including The Charlotte Observer and Richmond Times-Dispatch, Mark has also obtained advanced training in public relations and emergency management. Mark holds a BA in Political Science from DePauw University.