Garrett Johnson
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Ashley Summers
I had the privilege of working with Garrett for over eight years. He is the most enthusiastic, hard-working person I’ve ever worked with. He isn’t afraid to roll up his sleeves and get into the details. He also has the unique ability to step out of the trenches and give a thought-provoking strategic perspective. I also have had the honor of mentoring Garrett and watching him grow. He was a key builder in a global events program, global startup network and took his leadership to the next level as CEO. He is a humble listener and strong strategic thinker. I am confident that he has many more world-changing milestones in his path.
Andrew Dolan
Here's the thing about Garrett: he's always ready for more. Garrett and I worked closely together around the clock and around the world, while we organized and executed the Challenge Cup, a global startup tournament. During our time together, I saw (and encouraged!) his growth on a daily basis. No problem was too complex; no workload was too big; no timezone was too painful. He went from executing the events to planning the events to leading the program to leading the product to leading the company. The cherry on top? He's a delight. You want to work with Garrett.
Ashley Summers
I had the privilege of working with Garrett for over eight years. He is the most enthusiastic, hard-working person I’ve ever worked with. He isn’t afraid to roll up his sleeves and get into the details. He also has the unique ability to step out of the trenches and give a thought-provoking strategic perspective. I also have had the honor of mentoring Garrett and watching him grow. He was a key builder in a global events program, global startup network and took his leadership to the next level as CEO. He is a humble listener and strong strategic thinker. I am confident that he has many more world-changing milestones in his path.
Andrew Dolan
Here's the thing about Garrett: he's always ready for more. Garrett and I worked closely together around the clock and around the world, while we organized and executed the Challenge Cup, a global startup tournament. During our time together, I saw (and encouraged!) his growth on a daily basis. No problem was too complex; no workload was too big; no timezone was too painful. He went from executing the events to planning the events to leading the program to leading the product to leading the company. The cherry on top? He's a delight. You want to work with Garrett.
Ashley Summers
I had the privilege of working with Garrett for over eight years. He is the most enthusiastic, hard-working person I’ve ever worked with. He isn’t afraid to roll up his sleeves and get into the details. He also has the unique ability to step out of the trenches and give a thought-provoking strategic perspective. I also have had the honor of mentoring Garrett and watching him grow. He was a key builder in a global events program, global startup network and took his leadership to the next level as CEO. He is a humble listener and strong strategic thinker. I am confident that he has many more world-changing milestones in his path.
Andrew Dolan
Here's the thing about Garrett: he's always ready for more. Garrett and I worked closely together around the clock and around the world, while we organized and executed the Challenge Cup, a global startup tournament. During our time together, I saw (and encouraged!) his growth on a daily basis. No problem was too complex; no workload was too big; no timezone was too painful. He went from executing the events to planning the events to leading the program to leading the product to leading the company. The cherry on top? He's a delight. You want to work with Garrett.
Ashley Summers
I had the privilege of working with Garrett for over eight years. He is the most enthusiastic, hard-working person I’ve ever worked with. He isn’t afraid to roll up his sleeves and get into the details. He also has the unique ability to step out of the trenches and give a thought-provoking strategic perspective. I also have had the honor of mentoring Garrett and watching him grow. He was a key builder in a global events program, global startup network and took his leadership to the next level as CEO. He is a humble listener and strong strategic thinker. I am confident that he has many more world-changing milestones in his path.
Andrew Dolan
Here's the thing about Garrett: he's always ready for more. Garrett and I worked closely together around the clock and around the world, while we organized and executed the Challenge Cup, a global startup tournament. During our time together, I saw (and encouraged!) his growth on a daily basis. No problem was too complex; no workload was too big; no timezone was too painful. He went from executing the events to planning the events to leading the program to leading the product to leading the company. The cherry on top? He's a delight. You want to work with Garrett.
Credentials
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Growth Series
ReforgeOct, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Product Strategy
ReforgeAug, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Scaling Product Delivery
ReforgeApr, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Climate Fellowship, Learning for Action
Terra.doMar, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
General Assembly - Product Management
General AssemblyJan, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
ITIL V3 Foundations in Information Technology Service Management
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Experience
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Republic
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United States
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Financial Services
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100 - 200 Employee
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Product Manager
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Oct 2021 - May 2023
Creating an exceptional founder crowdfunding experience and building platform as a key member of product team from Series A to B. Creating an exceptional founder crowdfunding experience and building platform as a key member of product team from Series A to B.
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Capital Factory
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United States
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Investment Banking
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Product
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Aug 2020 - Oct 2021
Led product strategy and development to support Capital Factory, the Center of Gravity for Entrepreneurship in Texas. Led product strategy and development to support Capital Factory, the Center of Gravity for Entrepreneurship in Texas.
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Union (acquired by Capital Factory)
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United States
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Software Development
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1 - 100 Employee
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CEO, Head of Product
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Jun 2019 - Aug 2020
Lead strategy, product and operations at Union.vc, a startup community platform supporting top entrepreneurship networks.
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Head of Product
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Aug 2017 - Jun 2019
Set product goals, strategy and roadmap based on in-depth understanding of users, business needs, and industry landscape.
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76 Forward
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United States
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Internet Publishing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Manager, Global Programs
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Aug 2015 - Aug 2017
Managed global programs at civic tech incubator 76 Forward (formerly 1776), including our 75-city Challenge Cup pitch competition spanning San Francisco, NYC, London, Chicago, Tel Aviv, Dubai, Mexico City, Tokyo, Singapore, Nairobi, Bangalore and many others, supporting 450 startups and 10,000+ attendees annually
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Event Coordinator
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Aug 2013 - Aug 2015
Led venue operations, designed unique events, and facilitated visits from world leaders in support of the DC tech community.
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Saylor Academy
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United States
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E-Learning Providers
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1 - 100 Employee
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Research Assistant
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Apr 2013 - Jul 2013
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Share Our Strength
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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200 - 300 Employee
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Individual Giving & Membership Associate
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Nov 2012 - Jan 2013
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Zenetex
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United States
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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400 - 500 Employee
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Operations Intern
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Jun 2010 - Aug 2010
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United States Senate
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Legislative Offices
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700 & Above Employee
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Senate Page
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Jun 2005 - Aug 2005
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Education
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University of Michigan College of Literature, Science, and the Arts
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Double Major: Political Science & History -
University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business
Business for Arts, Science, and Engineering Students, 3.75 / 4.00