Chris Johnson is an operations leader who specializes in scaling start-ups, leading turnarounds, and developing high-performing teams. Chris is an authentically passionate leader and problem solver, known for his 'people first' approach. He values collaboration, communication, and achieving results.

As an accomplished Operations Excellence practitioner, Chris honed his skills at Magna International, gaining Lean Manufacturing expertise in the birthplace of the discipline—the automotive industry. He has further refined his craft through extensive training and teaching.

With over a decade of experience as a Management Consultant at PwC, Chris has worked across multiple sectors and industries. This breadth of experience gives him tremendous agility and flexibility in quickly understanding problems and activating teams to collaboratively deliver solutions.

Chris believes that while structured problem-solving and data-driven decision-making are crucial, effective leadership requires nuance, empathy, authenticity, and time to bring out the best in people.

International travel has enriched his value-based leadership, giving him a deep appreciation for cultural diversity. This global perspective helps him bring varied experiences and divergent thinking together to create more inclusive, high-performing teams. He considers himself fortunate to have learned from great leaders throughout his career. Now, he is driven by a desire to pass on the knowledge and experiences he has gained, helping those around him to become better professionals and individuals.