John Johnson

John Johnson, also known as JJ, is a passionate advocate for the performing arts. He is originally from Glenwood, Illinois, and now lives in Clermont, Florida, with his wife, Tamara.

JJ is a graduate of Marian Catholic High School, a seven-time Bands of America Grand National Champion. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts and Sciences from Northern Illinois University, where he was clarinet section leader and drum major. He is also a member of the Phi Kappa Theta fraternity and currently serves on their Alumni Board of Directors.

JJ's passion for the performing arts began at a young age. After high school, he continued his musical education at Northern Illinois University. He was a member of the NIU Marching Band and the All University Band. After graduating from NIU, JJ began volunteering with Bands of America (BOA). He has been a volunteer for every Orlando Regional since 2000. He currently serves as a Field Manager for BOA, responsible for timing and penalties. He also serves as Event Staff for Drum Corps International (DCI) and Timing and Penalties/Event staff for FFCC, where he previously served on the Board of Directors.

JJ is the founder of the Sun Devils Drum and Bugle Corps, co-founder of Solaris Performing Arts, and former Executive Director of Nemesis Winds. Under his leadership, the Sun Devils captured four DCA South Class A titles, while Nemesis Winds captured two Independent A titles in 2018 and 2019. JJ has also worked as a visual and woodwind tech at University, Boone, Edgewater, and Poinciana High Schools.

In his professional life, JJ works as Vice President of User Experience at Harbor Global. He has over 25 years of IT leadership experience.