David "DJ" Johnson, IOM, CAE, FASAE
Washington
Summary
Association professional with proven track record in membership engagement and chapter development. Expertise in fostering team collaboration and enhancing operational efficiency. Successfully implemented training programs that significantly improve volunteer support and engagement.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Chief Membership and Engagement Officer
American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
Washington
11.2021 - 07.2025
- Developed membership and chapter engagement strategies across the organization's 63,000+ members, including over 200 chapters, achieving a 4.0 out of 5 membership experience rating.
- Established work objectives, priorities, and budgets for the Membership and Engagement Division. (25-30 staff members)
- Provided guidance and training to chapter leaders as the executive liaison to volunteers, enhancing support for chapters and student chapters on college campuses.
- Facilitated cross-departmental initiatives and discussions with staff and volunteer leaders to boost communication, collaboration, and effectiveness.
- Monitored and reported on operational performance metrics to the executive team, staff, board, and general membership.
VP, Membership and Volunteer Engagement
Assn of Women's Health Obstetric & Neonatal Nurses
Washington
01.2019 - 10.2021
- Developed an annual engagement work plan to enhance the AWNONN membership experience, including Section and Chapter leadership recruitment, development, and engagement in strategic initiatives.
- Led a division of 8 to 10 staff across four departments (membership, chapter support, philanthropic giving, and IT).
- Collaborated with external departments to develop and deliver volunteer leader training, meetings, and strategic initiatives.
VP, Community and Education Engagement
American Society of Interior Designers
Washington
10.2014 - 01.2019
- Drove the overall strategy of the Education and Engagement Division to foster high engagement across ASID's membership community.
- Managed the team responsible for oversight and risk management of 46 chapters and their boards of directors, implementation of signature events and conferences, and continual quality assessment and improvement of community and educational offerings.
- Senior staff member responsible for strategic planning, budgeting, implementation, and overall direction of the education, customer service, membership, and chapter development business units.
- Developed content for both the annual Chapter Leadership Conference and the Chapter Support Team Retreat.
Senior Manager, Membership
Drug Information Association
Fort Washington
09.2013 - 10.2014
- Implemented the annual strategy to maximize membership visibility to the DIA regions and components to drive member involvement.
- Managed monthly member events, including new member orientations, evaluation surveys and staff coordination.
- Led cross-departmental projects that increased member knowledge and engagement across the organization.
Senior Manager, Volunteer Relations
ASAE: The Center for Association Leadership
Washington
01.2007 - 08.2013
- Served as the primary staff liaison/contact for multiple volunteer groups.
- Provided input and guidance to volunteers to increase engagement and membership.
- Redesigned resources and training to improve volunteer alignment with organizational strategic goals.
Director of Membership & Outreach
Lesbian and Gay Journalists Association
Washington
09.2004 - 01.2007
- Coordinated membership recruitment and retention programs.
- Supported all elected officers of NLGJA’s 25 chapters to set and maintain budgetary goals, and build partnerships with external organizations.
- Developed presentations and reports for the national board, as well as at external conventions and chapter events.
- Created extensive on-site training sessions and training documents for volunteers.
- Implemented and deployed the annual membership on the overall satisfaction survey.
Project Manager, PD and Professional Relations
Assn of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists
Chicago
07.2001 - 09.2003
- Coordinated publications and products.
- Managed volunteer committees and authors to meet publication deadlines.
- Developed staff training about publication production and features.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Indiana University, Bloomington
Bloomington, IN05-2000
Skills
- Strategic planning & execution
- Volunteer management & chapter development
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Member engagement in philanthropy
- Program management & evaluation
- Stakeholder engagement & community building
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Certification
Certified Association Executive (CAE) 2008
Accomplishments
ASAE 2025 Professional Performance Award
Affiliations
Certified Association Executive Commission 2022 Chair
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chief Membership and Engagement Officer
American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
11.2021 - 07.2025
VP, Membership and Volunteer Engagement
Assn of Women's Health Obstetric & Neonatal Nurses
01.2019 - 10.2021
VP, Community and Education Engagement
American Society of Interior Designers
10.2014 - 01.2019
Senior Manager, Membership
Drug Information Association
09.2013 - 10.2014
Senior Manager, Volunteer Relations
ASAE: The Center for Association Leadership
01.2007 - 08.2013
Director of Membership & Outreach
Lesbian and Gay Journalists Association
09.2004 - 01.2007
Project Manager, PD and Professional Relations
Assn of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists
07.2001 - 09.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Indiana University, Bloomington