Mark Johnson
Strong Government and Public Affairs Leader | Legislative Tracking | Strong Relationships with Trade Associations and Community Groups | Public Policy | Advocate for U.S. Technology
- Role
- External Affairs Lead at Liberation Bioindustries
- Location
- Winston-Salem, NC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Mark Johnson
Through my work in government, public, and external affairs, I support cutting-edge technological innovations through promoting good government policies and strong community and trade association relationships. Most recently, I teamed with a tech-hub consortium that was awarded $51 million under the federal CHIPS and Science Act. My career has spanned education technology, big data, and biotechnology.At Liberation Labs, my role in external affairs extends beyond the traditional scope; it\'s about building bridges between tech innovation and government entities. Leveraging over ten years of experience, I adeptly navigate the complex landscape of government relations, ensuring our cutting-edge initiatives align with legislative frameworks and industry standards. My tenure with Liberation Labs and previous roles in government and an international technology company have honed my skills in legislative tracking and knowledge acquisition, enabling me to effectively represent our interests in key discussions and panels. The focus is on fostering an environment where tech companies can thrive, thanks to the infrastructure we\'re pioneering. This is achieved through a dedicated approach to managing key relationships and monitoring trade associations and government agencies, ensuring our innovative solutions resonate on a global scale.
Experience
External Affairs Lead
Apr 2023 — Present
Represent Liberation Labs on public affairs and government relations matters. Build and maintain relationships with trade associations, non-governmental organizations, elected leaders and government agencies. Develop strategies and relationships that encourage biotechnology investments as part of state and local economic development and federal national security tactics.o Partnered with a broad spectrum of stakeholders to develop Heartland BioWorks, which serves as Indiana’s biotech innovation hub under the federal CHIPS and Science Act, and was awarded $51 million from the federal government in 2024o Secured membership in the U.S. Department of Defense’s Defense Industrial Base Consortium with potential funding up to $100 million
Education
UNC School of Law
J.D. with Honors
2008 — 2011
Emory University
Bachelor's degree
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