Tyler Johnson

Tyler Johnson is a seasoned entrepreneur and executive with extensive experience in business consulting, technology innovation, and impact investing. As the Founder of Laowai Enterprises since January 2018, Tyler has focused on leveraging experiences from China and Asia for effective global business strategies. Currently serving as Director of Government Dual Use & Defense Innovation at eMerge Americas, Tyler oversees programming in Defense Innovation and Dual Use Technologies. Additional roles include Limited Partner and Venture Partner at Stony Lonesome Group LLC, Independent Contributor at Grayline Group, Learning Consultant at Noodle Factory, and Board Advisor at the George H. W. Bush Foundation for U.S.-China Relations. Tyler's previous leadership positions in cybersecurity and sales further underscore a diverse and impactful career, complemented by a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of North Dakota.