Tristen Brenaé Johnson Ph.D.

Dr. Tristen Brenaé Johnson (she/her/hers) is a TEDx Speaker, an author, educator, and curriculum developer. She holds a Doctorate of Philosophy in Education from Illinois State University. Her research centers the experiences of Black Women diversity practitioners at Predominantly White Institutions (PWI). She is the lead editor and a chapter author of the academic book, The Experiences of Black Women Diversity Practitioners in Historically White Institutions published through IGI Global.

She is the owner and founder of The Tristen Johnson, LLC, a business dedicated to consulting, trainings, and developing customized curriculum and workshops for several Higher Educational institutions, non-profit, and large organizations across the country.

The Black History Explorer series was developed out of the love for her son.