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Janneh Johnson

Janneh Johnson

Event Director

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Sacramento, SacramentoMember since August 5, 2025
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SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

 Leader in satisfaction, by possessing broad knowledge of organizations strategic goals and matching those needs determined within our business plans and detailed initiatives.

 Progressively responsible for creating world-class experiences by building and leveraging relationships to produce multiple, complex, concurrent, sustainable programs, trade shows and events for statewide and nation leading non-profit associations. My abilities to multi-task and be creative under extreme deadline pressure, in a fast-paced environment while managing expectations (of executive leadership,

sponsors/partners, members/customers, and staff) bridges my education and previous experience making it unmatched and transferable in many fields. “With Janneh on your team, she makes sure we all succeed!”

 Extraordinary customer service and interpersonal relationship skills; strong written and verbal communication, proven upper management and leadership abilities with acute attention to detail. A willingness to consistently roll up those sleeves shows flexibility and creative problem-solving abilities with a positive, culturally competent, high-energy, and focused can-do attitude! “Exceeding expectations is what

Janneh not only does, but loves to do!”

Experience

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Licensed Financial Professional, Global Financial Impact, Inc.

Apr 2023- Present

Independent agent, providing comprehensive solutions to families to achieve financial independence. Health and life insurance licensed in multiple states.

Director, Designed by Janneh

Jan 2019- Present

Independent contractor for business development and continuity involving professional and social events. Project director/advisor for association conferences, tradeshows and private events.

Deputy Director, California Coverage & Health Initiatives

Feb-Dec 2021

Provided oversight/implementation of the MediCal-Medicaid Dual Eligible Program supporting the needs of sub-

contractors in the areas of project planning, implementation, advocacy, and communication for senior communities

Director of Events & Education, Shaw/Yoder/Antwih, Inc.

Mar 2017-Dec 2018

Recruited to implemented event strategies as full-time staff for the following clients of the firm: Ca Transit Assoc, Ca

Coalition for Workers Comp, Ca Assoc for Nurse Practitioners, Ca Assoc of County Treasures and Tax Collectors

Assistant Director of Events & Sponsorship, California Primary Care Association

Nov 2003-Feb 2017

Managed the progressive evolution of all conferences, boutique events, trade shows and sponsorship programs statewide and

Health Disparities Collaboratives for regions 9 & 10 serving Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, Pacific Basin Islands,

Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington.

Education

EDUCATION

Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (FIDM)

Professional Designation AA – Merchandise Marketing and Management, ~ with honors

  • Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society {minimum 3.5 GPA required}
  • 1 of 3 scholarship recipients based on project submission ~ honorable mention by college President

San Diego State University

BA Communication – International and Intercultural Studies, minor in English

  • Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges Awardee
  • Was actively involved and held officer or committee positions in 15 campus organizations

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