Michael (Mike) Johansson, MA

Director of Communications and Engagement; broad experience in communication, education, PR, social media & change mgt; teacher (& student) of curiosity, creativity, critical thinking; Dad; sailor ... sometimes

Mike Johansson, MA, is an accomplished professional with a diverse background spanning news reporting, media management, higher education, and local government. Throughout his career, Mike has demonstrated a passion for innovation and a commitment to clear communication.

With a Master's degree in Newspaper Journalism from Syracuse University and a Master Certificate in Internet Marketing from the University of San Francisco, Mike has a strong educational foundation.

He has held various key roles such as Director of Communications and Engagement at Hawke's Bay Regional Council, Senior Communications Partner at Auckland Transport, and Social Media Strategist at his consultancy, Fixitology.

Mike's expertise extends to teaching, having served as an Adjunct Instructor, Principal Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, and Lecturer at the Rochester Institute of Technology. He has also been an Instructor at edX, where he shared his knowledge on topics like social media, public relations, advertising, and design thinking.

As a recognized expert in curiosity and creativity, Mike has developed and taught courses on Design Thinking and Critical Thinking & Problem Solving on edX. He emphasizes the importance of soft skills, social media etiquette, and customer engagement in his teachings.

In addition to his educational and professional accomplishments, Mike has a successful track record as a media executive, having served as Editor, Online News Editor, News Editor, Features Editor, and Sunday Features Editor at the Democrat and Chronicle. He also held roles as a Sub Editor (Copy Editor) at The Daily Telegraph and The Press.

Known for his creative and innovative thinking, Mike brings a fresh perspective to challenges and aims to make learning and implementation both informative and enjoyable. He values clear communication, storytelling, and community building in all his endeavors.

For social media consulting services or inquiries, Mike can be reached at mikej@fixitology.com or +64 20 4083-2224. Stay updated on his insights by following him on Twitter @mikejny.