Richard

Richard Johnson Jr. serves as the Chief Technology Officer & Technical Operations Lead for Community Grapevine, overseeing technology systems, media initiatives, digital operations, and technical program development across the organization.

With experience spanning enterprise IT environments connected to NIH, PNC, and the Public Health Institute, along with live production, livestream operations, and community-based technology initiatives, Richard brings a high-energy, solutions-driven approach to systems management, creative execution, and operational leadership.

His background includes enterprise systems support, device deployments, technical refresh operations, systems integration, media production support, and digital workflow management within fast-paced professional environments.

He has also contributed to productions and live event environments connected to PBS’s A Capitol Fourth, the Scripps National Spelling Bee, and events hosted at The Kennedy Center, supporting livestream systems, A/V coordination, and technical operations.

Areas of focus include:

• Enterprise Systems & IT Infrastructure
• Media Production & Livestream Operations
• Technical Operations & Systems Support
• Community Technology Programs
• Digital Workflow & Deployment Support

Richard is also the founder of Richy’s Industries Inc., supporting initiatives across technology, media, and education including RichyTheTech, Kelora Productions, Richy Media DMV, and Dope Learning Academy.

Known for combining technical expertise with practical execution, Richard focuses on building reliable, scalable, and user-friendly systems that create meaningful impact through technology, media, and community engagement.