Evan Johnson, PhD
About Evan Johnson, PhD
Evan Johnson, PhD, is the Director of People Analytics - Strategy at Fannie Mae, with extensive experience in HR technology, people analytics, and organizational design across various leading companies.
Director at Fannie Mae
Evan Johnson, PhD, serves as the Director for People Analytics and Strategy at Fannie Mae. His role encompasses overseeing strategy development and formulating strategic plans to achieve the company's business objectives. Johnson directs the identification and implementation of resources and new initiatives, ensuring the strategic goals of the business units and the enterprise are met. He also leads the development and execution of programmatic efforts in alignment with customer needs, and manages day-to-day operations which include financial analysis, talent strategy, and governance.
Previous Roles at Meta
Evan Johnson held notable positions at Meta, including Head of People Insights at Scale (2022-2023) and Head of People Data Intelligence & Reporting (2021-2022). During his tenure, he was responsible for leading teams and initiatives focused on leveraging people data to drive organizational insights and reporting. Johnson's work at Meta involved analyzing vast amounts of employee data to inform strategic decisions and improve company operations.
Career at Volvo Group
In 2023, Evan Johnson worked as a Principal Architect for People Analytics Organizational Design at Volvo Group. In this role, he was integral to developing and implementing analytics processes that supported the organization's design and operational efficiency. Johnson's contributions involved creating innovative strategies to optimize the workforce and improve organizational performance based on data-driven insights.
Educational Background
Evan Johnson holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Communication Rhetoric & Digital Media with a focus on Organizational Behavior from North Carolina State University, where he studied from 2017 to 2021. He also has a Master’s in Public Administration (M.P.A.) in Public Policy (2011-2012), a Master’s in International Studies (M.I.S.) in International Political Economy (2010-2011), and a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science Magna Cum Laude (2006-2009) from the same institution. His extensive academic background has provided a strong foundation for his expertise in people analytics and organizational strategy.
Experience in Data Analytics and HR
Evan Johnson has a diverse background in data analytics and HR, demonstrated by his roles at various organizations. He was the Manager of Data Analytics and Continuous Improvement at North Carolina State University (2016-2019), where he led initiatives to enhance business processes through data-driven strategies. He also worked at Cisco as Manager of People Analytics and Digital HR (2019-2020), where he focused on integrating digital solutions to optimize HR functions. Additionally, his tenure at the National Institutes of Health (2013-2016) as a Management Analyst & HR Officer involved critical HR management and analytical responsibilities.