An Unforeseen Destiny

"He encouraged me to be involved. He knew that I would become a better business person and a leader within our own company. He saw the value of the training, networking, and friendships that I would develop," Johnson said.

Johnson's tenure in the IADD has gone well beyond making friends. He has become an invaluable resource within the Association, according to Joe Adkison, ADKO Inc., the person who nominated Johnson for the award. "He has been a tireless worker in our Association at the chapter, board, and executive levels," wrote Adkison in his nomination letter. "He has his priorities well grounded in his family, his faith, his company, his friends, and his Association. His life, words, and deeds define the spirit of volunteerism for all to learn and to share."