Jim Johnson

Jim Johnson serves as the William R. Kenan Jr. Distinguished Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship at Kenan-Flagler Business School (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill) and as Director of the Urban Investment Strategies Center. His work focuses on economic inequality, community development, and demographic challenges affecting marginalized populations.

• Doctorate from Michigan State University
• Master's from University of Wisconsin-Madison
• Bachelor's from North Carolina Central University

Jim's research examines demographic trends, workforce diversity, and entrepreneurial approaches to poverty. He analyzes systemic issues like premature mortality in North Carolina, climate migration, and racial disparities in healthcare and economic policy.

His publications span topics including DEI implementation, urban economic strategies, and pandemic recovery frameworks. Recent work addresses iceberg demographics in nursing shortages and reputational equity for corporations and cities.