Week of March 18, 2024 • Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center • Long Beach, CA
With nearly two decades of cross-sector experience, Alex Johnson is a dynamic leader adept at collaborating with policymakers, nonprofits, and philanthropy. Formerly chief of staff at the California Wellness Foundation, he spearheaded the foundation's violence prevention strategy. His impactful career includes leading policy advocacy at the Children’s Defense Fund-California and two terms, including a presidential term, on the Los Angeles County Board of Education. Alex champions educational equity, combats child poverty, and advocates for marginalized voices. His career began as an assistant district attorney in Bronx County, focusing on domestic violence victims in New York City.
