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Bill Johnson is a Professor of Leadership and Practice at Lipscomb University's College of Leadership and Public Service, located in Nashville, TN. He teaches graduate students in leadership across disciplines and focuses on career planning and experiential learning. Previously, he served as a professor and Interim Department Head in Agricultural and Resource Economics at the University of Tennessee's Herbert College of Agriculture. With nearly 40 years of leadership experience, his career spans financial services (as CEO of Farm Credit Mid-America), risk management, higher education, and civic engagement.
Education:
- Bachelor’s in Business, University of Evansville
- M.B.A., Gonzaga University
- Ed.D. in Education, Vanderbilt University
Research & Expertise: Johnson specializes in leadership development through practical, project-based learning. His work bridges academic theory with real-world applications in business and public service, emphasizing civic engagement and organizational risk management. His financial services background informs his approach to strategic leadership and cooperative management.
Professional Background: Prior to academia, he led Farm Credit Mid-America—a $35B cooperative—as its CEO, overseeing 100,000 members across four states. His career demonstrates expertise in operational leadership, financial governance, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
