We are proud to announce that Brian K. Johnson, Ed.D., a distinguished member of Sesi-Edem’s board, was a featured panelist at the Congressional Award’s Annual 2024 Gold Medal Summit. As part of the STEM Education Panel, he joined esteemed colleagues from various fields, including Congressman Hank Johnson, Katie Barletta MD, PhD, FACOG of Ferring Pharmaceuticals, Congressman Gabe Amo of Rhode Island, James L. Moore III of the National Science Foundation (NSF), and Nafeesa Owens of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. The panel discussed the transformative impact of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) on the world around us. We are honored to have Dr. Johnson represent us in such a prestigious forum.
Brian K. Johnson, Ed.D. Shines at the 2024 Gold Medal Summit’s STEM Education Panel
Sesi-Edem Company Limited is thrilled to share that our esteemed board chairman, Dr. Brian K. Johnson, recently participated as a panelist at the Congressional Award’s Annual 2024 Gold Medal Summit. Dr. Johnson’s involvement in the STEM Education Panel highlights his dedication to advancing education and his leadership in various fields.
About the Panel
The STEM Education Panel at the Gold Medal Summit brought together leaders from diverse sectors to discuss the pivotal role of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics in shaping the future. Dr. Johnson joined a distinguished group of panelists including Congressman Hank Johnson, Katie Barletta MD, PhD, FACOG of Ferring Pharmaceuticals, Congressman Gabe Amo of Rhode Island, James L. Moore III of the National Science Foundation (NSF), and Nafeesa Owens of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. Their collective insights provided a comprehensive look at how STEM education is driving innovation and progress globally.
Dr. Brian K. Johnson’s Contributions
Dr. Johnson, with his extensive background in education and leadership, brought valuable perspectives to the discussion. As CEO of BAJA, Inc., a Ghana-based company specializing in gold mining, agriculture, healthcare, education, and entertainment, and Chairman of the Board at Sesi-Edem, Dr. Johnson has a profound understanding of the intersections between education and industry.
For over a decade, Dr. Johnson has served as a Senior Fellow at the Education Policy Center at the University of Alabama. His dedication to youth advocacy is further exemplified through his role as a national board member for the Congressional Award Foundation, the only sanctioned charity of the US Congress.
A Legacy of Leadership
Dr. Johnson’s career is marked by numerous pioneering roles. He was the first African American president of Montgomery College in Maryland, and he has held significant executive positions at Community College of Allegheny County (Pittsburgh, PA) and Maricopa Community Colleges (Mesa, AZ). His leadership journey includes prestigious programs like Harvard University’s New Presidents Academy and the Pennsylvania Educational Policy Fellowship Program.
His academic achievements are equally impressive. Dr. Johnson holds an Ed.D. in educational leadership from Northern Arizona University (NAU), an M.A. Ed from NAU in counseling and human relations, and a BA in psychology from Ottawa University. He is a Lifetime member of the NAACP, and a member of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc., 100 Black Men of America, and Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity (the Boule’).
Commitment to Community and Excellence
Beyond his professional endeavors, Dr. Johnson is an active community leader, serving on the boards of the Phoenix Theatre Company, Gamma Mu Educational Services, and the executive committee of Homebuilders Institute. His commitment to excellence and community service reflects the values of Sesi-Edem Company Limited.
We are immensely proud of Dr. Johnson’s contributions to the STEM Education Panel and his ongoing dedication to education and leadership. His participation underscores our commitment to fostering innovation and responsible practices within the gold mining industry and beyond.