Diane Johnson

Diane Johnson is an experienced professional in philanthropy and management, currently serving as the Director of Family Philanthropy at Mercer University since June 2021. Prior experience includes a notable tenure at The University of Georgia, where Diane held several key roles, including Associate Director for UGA Parent Programs and Director of the UGA Parents & Families Leadership Council. Responsibilities encompassed overseeing the Parents and Families Association, coordinating parent engagement efforts for the annual fund, and managing member relations for the Parents Leadership Council. Diane's earlier career includes significant positions at BellSouth as Northeast Georgia Market Manager, where management of retail and indirect sales channels was a primary focus, as well as roles at Ford Motor Company and Georgia-Pacific LLC. Diane earned a BBA in Management from the University of Georgia's Terry College of Business.