Todd Johnson

Todd Johnson is a faculty member in the Business Department at North Hennepin Community College (NHCC), where he has spent the past 15 years developing and teaching business curriculum through the lens of servant leadership.

Education:

• BS, Northwestern College
• MA, Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota
• DBA, Metropolitan State University (focus: Servant Leadership and Social Justice)

Dr. Johnson’s core research and teaching interests revolve around servant leadership, social justice, and entrepreneurship. He explores how ethical, people-centered leadership can transform lives and communities, both domestically and abroad. His international work—spanning Thailand, South Africa, Haiti, and Kosova—demonstrates how small-scale entrepreneurial interventions can break cycles of poverty while promoting equity and sustainable business practices.

In the classroom, Dr. Johnson integrates real-world case studies drawn from his own ventures, including the turnaround and profitable sale of a resort in northern Minnesota that he purchased with only 3 % equity and 97 % financing secured through a student-quality business plan. Students learn to craft business plans that secure funding, create competitive advantage, and advance social impact.

Although no formal awards are listed in the provided text, Dr. Johnson’s work has received international recognition through invitations to conduct workshops and provide business coaching in multiple countries.

While no specific advisees are mentioned, Dr. Johnson emphasizes experiential learning and frequently mentors students through applied projects and entrepreneurial ventures.

Dr. Johnson continues to be active in the community and encourages students to engage with him both in class and online via his LinkedIn profile and NHCC email.