Johnnie Lonon

Johnnie Lonon currently serves as the Director of Strategic Partnerships at the Thurgood Marshall College Fund since March 2024. Previously held roles include Diversity and Impact Manager at Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment, where responsibilities included driving a diverse talent pipeline and managing the NJ Devils Buy Black program. Prior experience includes serving as Regional Sales Manager for the Washington Wizards, achieving over $450,000 in new business annually, and negotiating significant deals. Additionally, Johnnie Lonon worked as an Account Executive and Senior Sales Associate with the Philadelphia 76ers, successfully closing over $1 million in new business. Earlier career positions include Ticketing and Marketing Intern at Delaware State University and Production Intern at RedPeg Marketing. Johnnie Lonon holds a Master’s Degree in Sports Industry Management from Georgetown University and a Bachelor of Science in Sport Management from Delaware State University.