Chelai Johnson

Chelai Johnson, SHRM-SCP, currently serves as the Senior Director of Talent and Organization Development at The Aspen Institute, managing departmental budget operations and streamlining processes. Previously, Johnson held the role of Senior Manager of Organizational Development at the National Audubon Society, where responsibilities included assessing organizational needs and implementing professional development programs. Johnson's diverse experience at The Aspen Institute spans roles from Human Resources Manager to Staff Development Coordinator, focusing on training, mentoring, and employee engagement. Other notable positions include Business Analyst at the U.S. Department of the Treasury and Organization Development Consultant at One Step Forward Consulting, LLC. Johnson holds a Master of Science in Organization Development from American University and a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Hampton University.