Chief Diversity Officer
MasterCard Worldwide
Ms. Johnson is responsible for developing and implementing the company’s integrated global diversity and inclusion strategy. In her role as chief diversity officer, Ms. Johnson is focused on creating and executing programs that leverage diversity to create a work environment that fosters inclusion and innovation; increases employee productivity and engagement; develops the company’s talent pipeline; and ultimately drives shareholder value.
In 2008, Ms. Johnson launched the MasterCard Business Resource Group (BRG) for employees of African descent, known as “LEAD” and served as the BRG co-chair. Ms. Johnson is also a member of the MasterCard Global Diversity and Inclusion Council (GDIC), the Executive Women’s Steering Committee, and the Multicultural Steering Committee.
Ms. Johnson was the first recipient of the MasterCard Harlem YMCA Black Achiever Award which recognizes African American professionals for their outstanding contributions as a member of the corporate community.
Johnson received her B.S. degree in social psychology from Tufts University and M.S. in Strategic Management and Leadership from Manhattanville College.