Transformational Speaker | Movement Builder

Charles S. Johnson IV

Speaker Consultant Systems Change Leader

Helping leaders and organizations turn purpose into measurable impact.

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A Father's Fight
for Every Family

In 2016, Charles Johnson walked into a hospital expecting to welcome his second son. Hours later, his wife Kira Dixon Johnson — a vibrant, healthy woman — was gone. She bled internally for over 10 hours while Charles and his family begged for help. That tragedy became the catalyst for a movement.

Since that day, Charles has testified before Congress twice, helped pass federal legislation including the Momnibus Act, led a federal investigation into Cedars-Sinai, and built 4Kira4Moms into a nationally recognized force for maternal health equity. He is a single father raising two sons while fighting to ensure no family endures what his did.

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Signature Talks

Charles delivers powerful, evidence-based keynotes that move audiences to action. Each talk is tailored to your organization's goals.

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"Clinical Courage Before the Emergency"

For hospitals & health systems. How implicit bias kills and what providers can do differently. Evidence-based strategies to transform clinical culture before the next emergency.

CE/CME Eligible • Hospitals & Health Systems
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"The Great American Compassion Deficit"

Why the U.S. maternal health crisis is everyone's fight. A compelling keynote that connects personal tragedy to systemic failure — and charts a path forward.

Conferences & Corporate Events
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"From Grief to Purpose"

Building a movement from personal tragedy. How to channel pain into policy change, organizational transformation, and lasting impact.

ERGs, Nonprofits & Leadership Events
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"Fathers in the Fight"

The critical role of fathers and partners in maternal health outcomes. Why paternal advocacy is a missing piece of the solution — and how to activate it.

Corporate Events & Healthcare Orgs
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CE/CME-Accredited Training That Changes How Providers Care

Transforming implicit bias awareness into measurable behavior change at the bedside

Hospital System Training

Custom training programs for health systems. From leadership to bedside providers, transform clinical culture across your organization.

$18K — $175K+ • Custom Engagement Request a Proposal

Provider CE/CME Course

Individual CE/CME-accredited implicit bias training. Evidence-based curriculum that fulfills state mandates and changes practice.

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Consulting Engagement

Strategic consulting on maternal health equity. Protocol review, policy development, and organizational assessment.

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700+ maternal deaths annually in the U.S. are preventable
3x higher mortality rate for Black women
13 states now mandate implicit bias training
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Transforming Healthcare
From the Inside

Charles partners with health systems, hospitals, and corporations to address the root causes of maternal health disparities through evidence-based training and strategic consulting.

Clinical Courage Academy

Implicit bias training for healthcare providers. Evidence-based curriculum that transforms clinical culture, improves patient outcomes, and meets accreditation standards.

CE/CME Accredited

Health System Consulting

Strategic consulting for health systems on maternal health equity. Policy review, protocol development, and organizational transformation.

Custom Engagement

Hospital System Training Packages

Comprehensive training packages for hospital systems. Scalable programs that reach every level of care — from leadership to bedside providers.

Multi-Site Programs

Creating Systemic Change

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Championing the Momnibus Act — U.S. House of Representatives
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Leading the fight for maternal health equity on the ground

Momnibus Act

Helped pass landmark federal legislation addressing maternal mortality

Federal Investigation

Led investigation into Cedars-Sinai medical practices

National Platform

CNN, NPR, People, Fortune, ABC News, Fox 5, U.S. Congress

Impact by the Numbers

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Congressional Testimony

Charles's presentation was the most impactful our staff has ever experienced. He doesn't just inform — he transforms how clinicians think about patient care.

Dr. Rebecca Torres, Chief Medical Officer

Level I Trauma Center, Southeast Region

There wasn't a dry eye in the room. But more importantly, there wasn't a person who left without committing to change. That's the Charles Johnson effect.

Michelle Dawson, VP of Programming

National Association of Health System Leaders

Charles brings a rare combination of personal testimony, policy expertise, and actionable solutions. He is the voice this movement needed.

Senior Health Policy Advisor

U.S. House Committee on Energy & Commerce

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Building Organizations
That Save Lives

4Kira4Moms

Founded in memory of Kira Dixon Johnson, 4Kira4Moms is a nationally recognized nonprofit dedicated to ending preventable maternal mortality. Through advocacy, education, and legislative action, the organization fights to ensure every mother receives safe, equitable care.

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4Kira4Dads

An extension of the mission, 4Kira4Dads empowers fathers and partners to be active advocates in maternal health. Because when fathers are informed and engaged, outcomes improve for everyone.

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Whether it's a keynote address, hospital training, corporate event, or consulting engagement, Charles brings a compelling, evidence-based perspective that helps organizations turn purpose into action and action into lasting impact.

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