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Earvin Johnson

Chairman and CEO, Magic Johnson Enterprises

Having left the basketball court for the boardroom, Earvin “Magic” Johnson has successfully parlayed his skills and tenacity from the court into the business world as Chairman and CEO of Magic Johnson Enterprises (MJE). MJE provides high-quality products and services that focus primarily on ethnically diverse and underserved urban communities. With a commanding presence in popular culture, Johnson made history in 2023 when he became co-owner of the National Football League’s Washington Commanders. He also co-owns MLB’s Los Angeles Dodgers, WNBA’s Los Angeles Sparks, Major League Soccer’s Los Angeles Football Club, eSports franchise Team Liquid, and recently joined the ownership group for the National Women’s Soccer League’s Washington Spirit. He continues to support community initiatives and expand his influence through many of his businesses including EquiTrust Life Insurance Company, SodexoMAGIC, a food service and facilities management company, and JLC Infrastructure, a firm that invests in billion-dollar infrastructure improvement projects across the United States. In January 2025, Johnson received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the Nation’s highest civilian honor, from 46th United States President Joe Biden for his exemplary contributions and impact in business, sports, and philanthropy across the world. With his unique positioning as a businessman spanning multiple industries and generations, he aims to help companies expand and foster a positive impact domestically and globally.