Dr. Joe Johnson: Entrepreneur, Investor, and Faith-Driven LeaderWith over 30 years of experience, Dr. Joe Johnson has become a seasoned entrepreneur and investor guided by faith and determination. His impressive track record includes building the 11th Best Entrepreneurial Business in America (Entrepreneur Magazine), ranking 16th on the Inc. 5000 list for fastest-growing real estate companies, and growing LIFE SURGE by 46,000% in just three years.LIFE SURGE, Dr. Johnson's passion project, has revolutionized the Christian landscape by inspiring and equipping thousands to surge their lives God's way. Launched in 2020 during the Covid outbreak, LIFE SURGE now visits 30+ cities annually and has grown to over 100 employees. As the fastest-growing Christian organization in the U.S., it has seen over 50,000 people dedicate or rededicate their lives to Jesus Christ.In 2024, Dr. Johnson realized his long-held dream with the launch of SurgeU, an innovative education platform offering a unique blend of faith-based principles and practical application for entrepreneurs, investors, and leaders seeking to make Kingdom Impact.Dr. Johnson's journey began in Brazil as the son of missionary parents. At 12, he moved to Ohio, where his entrepreneurial spirit ignited. Before he could drive, he launched a successful landscaping company. However, his path wasn't without obstacles. Internal conflicts led to the loss of his first business, providing valuable lessons in entrepreneurship.After earning his MBA from Ashland University, Dr. Johnson turned around a struggling $12 million technology company as CFO. Later, he acquired and revitalized Get Motivated Seminars, a company with over 300,000 annual attendees.A devastating setback forced Dr. Johnson to close a company, leaving him with over a million dollars in personal debt. This dark period forged his resilience and led to the vision for Life Surge. Recognizing the need for knowledge, he partnered with a real estate mentor and founded Welfont, which became the fastest-growing commercial real estate business in Inc. 5000 history, growing 11,000% in three years.During this time, Dr. Johnson earned a Ph.D. in Entrepreneurial Leadership from Regent University, where he now serves on the Board of Directors. He has funded over 15,000 microloans in 80+ countries and helped raise over $100 million in investment capital.Beyond business, Dr. Johnson is an accomplished athlete, winning the YMCA Master's National's champion title in swimming and qualifying for the World Master's Championship.