Leo Nupolu Johnson

Leo Nupolu Johnson is a prominent leader in the nonprofit sector, serving as Chief Empowerment Officer (CEO) and Founder & Executive Director of Empowerment Squared since 2007, where a youth-led model fosters academic success and community development among underprivileged youth. As an Instructor at DeGroote School of Business and a Senior Advisor with Wentworth Strategy Group, Leo offers expertise in nonprofit strategy and management. Additional roles include serving as a United Nations Fellow focused on human rights and contributing to various organizations such as the Rotary Club of Hamilton, Liberian Association of Canada, and the Network for the Advancement of Black Communities. Education credentials encompass a BA in Political Science from McMaster University and multiple certificates in community relations, journalism, and investment funds. Leo's extensive involvement in committees and boards highlights a strong commitment to enhancing immigrant services, advancing equity, and supporting humanitarian causes.