Edwindra Johnson

Chief People Officer at Youth Guidance

Edwindra Johnson's work experience includes various roles in different companies. They began their career in 2006 as a Development Coordinator at Continental Properties Company, Inc., where they directed due diligence and risk analysis for new development projects. In 2009, they worked as a Redwoods Summer Associate at DaVita. They then joined Baxter International Inc. in 2010, where they held several positions including Marketing Manager and Co-President of the African-American Leadership Council. In 2015, they worked as a Market Development Leader for Baxalta and later Shire. From 2017 to 2019, they served as a Broad Resident at The Broad Center and as Chief of Staff at Intrinsic Schools. From 2019 to 2021, they worked at Chicago International Charter School as the Director and Managing Director of Talent, and later as the Chief People Officer. In 2022, they became a Member at Chief, and in 2023, they joined Youth Guidance as the Chief People Officer.

Edwindra Johnson's education history includes several notable achievements. In 1996, they enrolled at the University of Pennsylvania, where they pursued a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics. During their undergraduate years, they also attended The Wharton School, where they focused on economics. Edwindra completed their studies in 2001.

Following their undergraduate education, Edwindra further expanded their knowledge by attending Marquette University from 2005 to 2006. During this time, they engaged in the study of Commercial Real Estate, earning an ACRE certification.

However, Edwindra's pursuit of education did not stop there. Edwindra went on to pursue a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree at Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management from 2008 to 2010. Their MBA studies allowed their to delve into Marketing and International Business, enhancing their skills in these fields.

In addition to their formal education, Edwindra also sought further professional development. In 2017, they obtained certifications from iPEC Coaching, including the Certified Professional Coach (CPC) and the Master Practitioner Energy Leadership.

Based on the information provided, Edwindra Johnson has a strong educational background in economics, business administration, marketing, international business, and commercial real estate. Their dedication to continuous learning and professional development is evident through the additional certifications they have obtained.

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  • Chief People Officer

    January, 2023 - present

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