Bran’Arla Johnson has over 20 years of leadership experience in the corporate sector with a focus on account management and client support. More recently, Bran’Arla worked in the nonprofit sector as a Brand Ambassador where she recruited corporate and community volunteers and created brand awareness strategies. In addition to her work experience, she has been an entrepreneur for the past 12 years and co-owner of her family business, Classic Cobbler Baked Goods Company. Bran’Arla has utilized her skills and experience to support other entrepreneurs and conducted workshops for Operation Hope and Dress for Success. Bran’Arla is currently a member of Let’s Talk Womxn (an organization for women in the food industry) and the National Black MBA Association. Bran’Arla has her BS degree in Business Administration, Marketing from University of Illinois and her Executive MBA from Olivet Nazarene University. She also obtained her certificate in Human Resources from DePaul University. Bran’Arla looks to bring her experience, skills and knowledge to support SECC programs and creative entrepreneurs.