Welcome to The Third Seat, where we share our conversations with experts & individuals who have a unique perspective to share! In communities across the world there are people who make it their mission to improve & be a part of the world around them. In today’s episode we had the honor of speaking with one of those individuals who lives & works here in Chattanooga each and every day! The work she does directly impacts her community, and sets the example for others to follow in the future! Tune into this episode of The Third Seat to listen to the full interview with Candy Johnson to hear what he has to say! We hope that you enjoy! Thanks for listening!
Below is some information about Candy, a link to her LinkedIn account, & more!
Candy Johnson is the President & CEO of Urban League of Greater Chattanooga where she works alongside her community to ethnic minority & disadvantaged communities to secure economic self-reliance, parity, power, and civil rights. Candy provides practical insights to local, regional and national organizations, aiding in their overall success. Johnson is a native of Clarksville, Tennessee – where she was the youngest member ever elected to public office for the Clarksville City Council, at 25 years old.
Johnson’s professional experience includes more than a decade leading in nonprofit, education, political and civic related roles. Candy currently lives & works in Chattanooga, TN where she has made it her mission to not only serve her community but provide a model for those that come after her to follow their passions in order to impact the world around them.
Link to Candy’s LinkedIn account: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candy-johnson-62187b17/
Link to Urban League of Greater Chattanooga’s website: https://www.ulchatt.net/
