Diante Johnson is the Founder and President of the Black Conservative Federation (BCF), one of the nation’s leading organizations focused on political advocacy, civic engagement, leadership development, and minority outreach within the conservative movement. Under Johnson’s leadership, BCF has transformed from a grassroots networking initiative into a nationally recognized political organization with influence across media, public policy, campaign strategy, and coalition engagement.
A nationally respected political strategist, communicator, and movement builder, Johnson is widely recognized as a political thought leader, connector, coalition architect, and dynamic organizational leader. Known for his ability to build relationships across political, corporate, faith, and grassroots communities, Johnson has earned a reputation for identifying, developing, and mentoring emerging leaders. Many individuals mentored and developed under his leadership have gone on to serve in government, government relations, political campaigns, public affairs, advocacy organizations, and senior leadership roles nationwide.
Johnson is also recognized for his expertise in strategic communications, coalition building, grassroots mobilization, political operations, leadership development, and minority voter engagement. His leadership style combines visionary thinking with practical execution, making him a sought-after advisor and trusted voice within conservative political circles.
A native of Chicago and former longtime resident of Danville, Illinois, Johnson now resides in the Commonwealth of Virginia, where he continues his work in political leadership, public affairs, and civic engagement on both the state and national level. He ran for his first political office at just 19 years old, beginning a career dedicated to public service, civic engagement, and political empowerment. He is also the published author of Surviving the Wilderness, a leadership-centered book exploring resilience, faith, pressure, purpose, and navigating adversity in leadership.
Johnson currently serves as a sworn member of the Commonwealth of Virginia African American Advisory Commission, appointed by Governor Glenn Youngkin. He previously served as Black Engagement Director for the Youngkin for Governor campaign and played a pivotal role in helping secure the historic Republican victory that flipped Virginia’s Governor’s Mansion from blue to red. Johnson also contributed to efforts surrounding another successful gubernatorial transition in Illinois, giving him firsthand experience in two significant statewide political victories.
Since 2020, Johnson has served as a trusted advisor to the Republican National Committee on minority engagement and coalition outreach efforts. He also served as an external advisor to the 2024 Donald Trump presidential campaign and previously served on Dr. Ben Carson’s presidential campaign team. In 2020, Johnson was elected as an At-Large Delegate representing Illinois at the Republican National Convention and served on the RNC Committee on Permanent Arrangements.
Throughout his career, Johnson has advised and worked on numerous local, state, and national campaigns, specializing in political strategy, voter outreach, field operations, coalition engagement, organizational development, and campaign infrastructure. He formerly served as a Senior Partner at Krason, Wolf, and Associates, where he specialized in team building, campaign organization, coalition strategy, leadership development, and large-scale political operations.
Johnson is a nationally recognized media commentator and public speaker, frequently appearing on major national outlets including Fox News, CNN, Newsmax, and One America News Network. His commentary and political analysis have also been featured in the Washington Examiner and the The Daily Caller.
Recognized as one of the nation’s influential rising conservative voices, Johnson has been named to Newsmax and Red Alert Politics’ “30 Under 30” list and continues to shape national conversations surrounding politics, leadership, culture, civic engagement, and minority outreach.