For Event Planners
Stage-ready. Boardroom-ready. Built for serious institutions.
Dr. Johnson is a fit for events where credibility, depth, and executive presence matter — Fortune 500 leadership summits, public-company board forums, financial services conferences, technical and policy gatherings, and major media moments.
Credibility
Former IBM CTO. Public-company director. IEEE Life Fellow. ACM Distinguished Engineer. The first Black woman to earn a Ph.D. in Computer Engineering.
Relevance
Deep authority on the conversations driving today's boards — AI governance, cybersecurity, quantum, digital assets, and global transformation.
Range
Equally comfortable in a 5,000-seat keynote, a 12-person board education session, a fireside on stage, or a televised media interview.
Supported Formats
How Dr. Johnson shows up.
- Conference keynote (30–60 minutes)
- Executive fireside chat or moderated Q&A
- Board education session or private board forum
- Expert panel — featured speaker or moderator
- Technology and policy summits
- Workshops and executive education sessions
- Media interviews, op-eds, and editorial commentary
Ideal Audiences
Who she's built for.
- Fortune 500 leadership teams
- Public company boards and governance forums
- Financial services, insurance, and regulated industries
- IEEE, ACM, and major technical and professional associations
- Government, policy forums, and public-sector innovation
- Universities and research institutions
- Women in leadership and STEM organizations
- Major conferences, conventions, and media outlets
Planner Toolkit
Everything you need in one inquiry.
On request, Dr. Johnson's team will send a complete planner package, tailored to your event format and audience.
Speaker One-Sheet
Bio, topics, formats, and credentials in a single PDF.
Short, Medium & Long Bios
Ready-to-use program copy in multiple lengths.
High-Resolution Headshots
Print- and web-ready photography.
Topic Descriptions & Outlines
Custom-tailored to your audience and format.
Introduction Copy
Stage-ready introduction text for emcees and hosts.
Past Engagements & References
Available on request for serious inquiries.
Ready to start the conversation?
Share a few details about your event and Dr. Johnson's team will follow up within two business days.