Erika Flowers Johnson
About Erika Flowers Johnson
Erika Flowers Johnson serves as the Chief People Officer at Ventra Health, bringing extensive experience in human resources and organizational development from her previous roles at IBM, American Express, and J.S. Held LLC. She specializes in diversity, inclusion, and cultural transformation, with a strong background in mergers and acquisitions.
Current Role at Ventra Health
Erika Flowers Johnson serves as the Chief People Officer at Ventra Health since 2024. In this role, she focuses on enhancing the organization's human resources strategies and initiatives. Her responsibilities include overseeing workforce planning, employee engagement, and fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion within the company. Johnson's leadership aims to align the human resources function with the overall organizational goals, ensuring that Ventra Health remains a competitive player in the healthcare sector.
Previous Experience at IBM
Erika Flowers Johnson held multiple roles at IBM from 2002 to 2008. She began as part of the HR Leadership Rotational Program and later served as the HR Business Partner for the AT&T account. In these positions, she developed skills in HRIS, team building, and leadership within a multinational context. Her experience at IBM provided her with a solid foundation in human resources management and strategic planning.
Experience at American Express
Johnson worked at American Express from 2008 to 2014, where she progressed through various roles, including Human Resources Business Partner and Director of HR Mergers and Acquisitions. During her tenure, she led initiatives related to M&A integration, divestitures, and joint ventures. Her work focused on designing strategic plans to support organizational growth and adapting to economic changes.
Educational Background
Erika Flowers Johnson earned her Master of Arts in Human Resources and Industrial Relations from the University of Minnesota. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Rochester. Her educational background provides her with a strong understanding of human behavior and organizational dynamics, which informs her approach to human resources management.
Skills and Expertise
Johnson possesses a range of skills in human resources, including strategic workforce planning, employee success performance management, and organizational development. She has expertise in diversity, inclusion, and cultural transformation, which she applies to build trust and connectedness among stakeholders. Her experience in infrastructure development and integration strategy supports her ability to lead organizations through periods of change.