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Dr. Jeffery JohnsonJeffery Alex James
Johnson, Ph.D.
Executive Leader · Military Chaplain · Christian Faith Apologist · Bishop · Community ConnectorExecutive Leader · Military Chaplain · Bishop · Community Advocate
Leadership. Legacy. Impact.
Building stronger communities, championing opportunity, and leading with purpose through education, executive strategy, faith, and service.
Discover His Story
Meet Dr. Johnson
A life dedicated to service.
Dr. Jeffery Johnson is an executive leader whose career spans education, community development, faith-based leadership, and nonprofit strategy. His mission is to empower individuals and strengthen communities through visionary leadership, inclusive programming, and equitable access to resources.
His leadership journey began as an honor student in Jacksonville, Florida, when he was appointed to lead an after-school academic achievement program. That early opportunity sparked a lifelong commitment to education and service.
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Executive Leadership & Community Impact
Dr. Jeffery A. J. Johnson serves as Chief Strategy Officer for the Corporation to Develop Communities of Tampa, Inc. (CDC of Tampa), where he provides executive leadership in resource development, fundraising, marketing and communications, government relations, corporate partnerships, strategic planning, and leadership development. His work focuses on strengthening organizational sustainability, expanding economic opportunities, and advancing initiatives that support affordable housing, workforce development, entrepreneurship, and community revitalization.
Throughout his tenure, Dr. Johnson has helped cultivate significant corporate and philanthropic relationships, including contributing to the organization's historic $20 million Fifth Third Bank Economic Business Framework partnership. He continues to champion innovative initiatives that connect businesses, financial institutions, government agencies, and community stakeholders to meaningful opportunities for economic growth.
Beyond his executive responsibilities, Dr. Johnson serves as Chairman of the East Tampa Community Advisory Committee for the Community Redevelopment Area and Treasurer of the Hillsborough County Hospital Authority. His civic leadership also includes service with Tampa's Racial Reconciliation Committee and Lutheran Services Florida's Head Start Advisory Board.
A respected advocate for equity, education, and community advancement, Dr. Johnson was named a 2026 recipient of the Outstanding Advocacy in Race and Ethnic Communities Award by the Association of Ethnic Studies, recognizing his commitment to strengthening historically underserved communities. He was also selected as a 2026 Freddie Solomon Community Leader of the Year, honoring his longstanding record of leadership, service, and community impact.
In addition to his civilian leadership, Dr. Johnson serves as a Lieutenant and Chaplain in the United States Navy Reserve, providing spiritual care, ethical leadership, and support to military personnel and their families.
Across the nonprofit, civic, military, and faith-based sectors, Dr. Johnson remains committed to developing leaders, building strategic partnerships, and creating pathways for individuals, families, and communities to thrive.
Education, Faith & Military Service
His professional background includes teaching, charter school board leadership, private school administration, Director of Church Partnerships at Warner University, and adjunct instruction at Hillsborough Community College.
He founded the You Deserve To Be Loved Regional Girls Summit, an annual event recognized as a district-wide field trip in Hillsborough and Pinellas counties.
He founded Connections Community Church in 2011 and served in pastoral leadership for 23 years. In 2024, he transitioned into service as a United States Navy Reserve Chaplain, holding the rank of Lieutenant and serving at the Tampa Navy Reserve Center at MacDill Air Force Base and in a support chaplain role for Navy Reserve Forces Command.
He holds degrees in Church Ministry, Theology, Ministry, and a Ph.D. in Christian Thought, with studies at Warner University, Anderson University, and St. Thomas Theological Seminary.
Honors, Awards & Distinguished Recognition
Recognition Overview
Dr. Jeffery A. J. Johnson is a nationally recognized community advocate, executive leader, military chaplain, and humanitarian whose distinguished career reflects a lifelong commitment to service, economic empowerment, and community transformation.
His contributions have earned recognition from national organizations, philanthropic institutions, government agencies, and civic leadership groups. From receiving the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award to being recognized in 2026 for his advocacy in race and ethnic communities and his exceptional community leadership, Dr. Johnson continues to demonstrate an unwavering commitment to strengthening communities and expanding opportunities for underserved populations.
Honors, Awards & Distinguished Recognition
- 2026 – Outstanding Advocacy in Race and Ethnic Communities Award, Association for Ethnic Studies, California State University, Los Angeles
- 2026 – Freddie Solomon Community Leader of the Year, Sheriff’s Black Community Relations Committee, Inc.
- 2023 – Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award, Recognition for Outstanding Volunteer Service
- Global Ambassador, BeyGOOD Foundation
- Volunteer of the Year, United Way Tampa Bay
- 2019 – Community Advocate and Partner of the Year, American Red Cross
- 2019 & 2020 – Outstanding Community Partner, GTE Financial
- 2019 – Community Partner of the Year, Duke Energy
- 2013 – Honorary Chair, NAACP Freedom Fund
- 2012 – Graduate, Leadership Tampa
- 2010 – Stellar Community Service Award, U.S. Census Bureau
- Inductee, Cambridge Who’s Who in Business Partnerships
Leadership & Civic Appointments
- Chairman, East Tampa Community Advisory Committee, Community Redevelopment Agency
- Treasurer, Hillsborough County Hospital Authority
- Chief Strategy Officer, Corporation to Develop Communities of Tampa, Inc.
- Member, Head Start Advisory Board, Lutheran Services of Florida
- Member, Racial Reconciliation Committee, City of Tampa Government
- Member, Veterans Council, City of Tampa Government
- Lieutenant and Chaplain, United States Navy Reserve
Publications, Initiatives & Affiliations
Books: Creating A Better Me and Who's Eating Me?
Signature initiative: Founder and visionary of the You Deserve To Be Loved Regional Girls Summit.
Professional affiliations: Member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.; President of the Greater Tampa Bay Ministerial Alliance, Inc.; Member of the NAACP.
Dr. Johnson also founded JAJJ Executive Coaching to support churches and small businesses with strategic planning, leadership development, and resource acquisition.
Beyond leadership · Personal style
Johnson Custom Clothing
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Media & Speaking
Explore Dr. Jeffery A. J. Johnson’s leadership in action, messages of faith, and official portraits for event and media use.
Inquire About Speaking01 / LEADERSHIP
Community Impact in Action
Leadership, strategy, and community advancement through his work with the Corporation to Develop Communities of Tampa (CDC of Tampa).
FEATURED STORY · CDC OF TAMPA
Leadership that moves communities forward.
Explore Dr. Johnson’s work advancing opportunity, building strategic partnerships, and strengthening communities through CDC of Tampa.
02 / FAITH & MINISTRY
Preaching & Ministry
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03 / MEDIA KIT
The Media Kit
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BOOKINGS & INQUIRIES
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