Carrie Zelin Johnson M.Ed has helped individuals, organizations, schools and communities advance their vision and mission for nearly 30 years. She has a master’s degree in Educational Leadership with a minor in Educational Psychology from the University of Minnesota. Where she also earned a degree in Architecture with a minor in Social & Cultural Perspectives and Urban & Housing Design. Carrie has coached executive leaders, teachers and providers in diverse settings and across sectors. She has led home visiting programs, directed and founded community-based schools and initiatives. Working in philanthropy, public policy, education, non-profit and the mental health sectors has fueled her passion to innovate equitable solutions and impact systems change. Much of this drive was ignited by her own experiences as a parent of African American children with exceptional needs. She is an advocate for social emotional learning, literacy, housing, the arts, and equity. She is the CEO and Founder of Zelin Johnson Companies.