Dr. Melanie Johnson serves as the President and CEO of Collaborative for Children, where she leads groundbreaking initiatives in early learning enterprise systems across Texas’ gulf coast region. Her work focuses on improving school-readiness outcomes for under-resourced children from birth to age five through metrics-driven outcomes and digital transformation.
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Dr. Johnson holds an impressive academic portfolio, earning her Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction (Ed.D.) from Texas Southern University in 2005. Prior to this, she completed her Masters in Hospitality Management (M.H.M.) from the University of Houston in 1998, building upon her Bachelor’s degree in International Business from Auburn University obtained in 1990.
Leadership and Expertise
As an executive visionary, Dr. Johnson has played a pivotal role in transforming Texas’ educational landscape, particularly in space, health, and brain sciences. Her expertise spans multiple domains, including education, early childhood education, digital transformation, and leadership.
Media Recognition
Her impactful work has garnered significant media attention, with features in prominent publications including InnovationMap, Greater Houston Partnership, and ABC13, where she was recognized as Woman of the Week. She has also been profiled by VoyageHouston, highlighting her contributions to childhood education. Dr. Johnson’s commitment to leveraging digital transformation for educational improvement continues to shape the future of early childhood education in Texas’ largest region, making her a distinguished leader in the field.
