Joshua Johnson
The Signature Voice of The Redemption Collective
Joshua Johnson is the driving force behind The Redemption Collective’s mission to redefine what’s possible in workforce innovation, leadership, and modern talent strategy. As a former State Director of Apprenticeship and national workforce advisor, he brings rare expertise that blends policy insight, executive-level strategy, and the lived experience that shapes TRC’s movement for opportunity and system change.
Through the TRC Speakers Bureau, Joshua delivers keynotes that challenge outdated hiring norms, unlock overlooked potential, and equip leaders to build stronger talent ecosystems. His approach is equal parts inspiration and practical strategy—offering a clear blueprint for how organizations can redesign the way they recruit, develop, and elevate people in a changing workforce landscape.
Signature Keynote Experiences
A transformative keynote that reframes how organizations think about talent. Joshua challenges leaders to look beyond traditional pipelines and recognize the untapped strength of overlooked workers, including justice-impacted individuals. By weaving together data, personal narrative, and frontline insights from state and national systems, he shows companies and agencies how to build future-ready workforce strategies that deliver loyalty, stability, and innovation.
This keynote equips audiences to lead the workforce revolution already in motion—and to stop missing out on the talent that could change everything.Employers, HR leaders, state agencies, industry associations, workforce boards, corporate talent acquisition teams.
A clear, relatable roadmap rooted in the four principles (Accountability, Patience, Attitude, Changing Your Circle) that shaped Joshua’s rise from incarceration to national leadership. This keynote distills what it truly takes to grow, transform, and sustain success—no matter someone’s starting point. Audiences walk away with practical tools, renewed confidence, and a deeper understanding of how mindset, discipline, accountability, and vision build lasting momentum.
Youth programs, leadership conferences, reentry initiatives, community events, education partners, and audiences seeking personal and professional growth.
Joshua’s signature motivational experience. This keynote invites audiences to confront their excuses, reclaim their narrative, and step boldly into their next chapter. Through powerful storytelling and a message rooted in hope and personal agency, Joshua shows how one decision can rewrite an entire future. This session is built to ignite action and remind listeners that transformation begins the moment they choose it.
Conferences, commencements, community events, faith-based gatherings, and any audience in need of a breakthrough moment.
Customize Your Experience
All keynotes can be expanded or adapted to meet the needs of your event, including:
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Breakout sessions
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Executive roundtables
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Workforce strategy workshops
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Employer and HR trainings
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Fireside chats and moderated conversations
Joshua works closely with event organizers to ensure each experience aligns with audience goals, industry needs, and the event’s larger mission.
Booking Joshua Johnson
To inquire about availability, honorarium rates, or custom engagements, please contact our team directly.
Response times are typically within 48 hours.