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Danita Johnson, President of Business Operations, D.C. United

Danita Johnson is a business leader with 15+ years of experience in the Sports & Entertainment Industry. In 2020, Danita joined D.C. United as president of business operations, making her the first Black president of an MLS club and the third woman to hold such a role in the league’s history. We had a great conversation with Danita about her transition from the WNBA into MLS. Along with her stance on the importance of getting involved in the community around them.