William Johnson

Panelist

Leveraging Technology for Success: Intellectual Property, Social Media, Marketing Automation & Cybersecurity for Your Business

William Johnson is a writer, media entrepreneur, and advisor based in Vancouver. He is currently the VP of Strategy & Operations at Overstory Media Group, where he helps lead a growing portfolio of local news and niche publications. In 2018, William founded Vancouver Tech Journal and grew it from a one-person newsletter into the city’s largest tech publication.

For more than a decade, William has been telling stories about startups, entrepreneurs, and digital culture, with bylines in The Globe & Mail, Maclean’s, Billboard, and The Georgia Straight. Alongside his work in tech and media, he profiles chefs and restaurants in Vancouver, combining his love of storytelling with a passion for food and drink culture. Through all his work, William remains focused on building community, amplifying great ideas, and sharing stories that inspire. He blogs about work and life at www.williamjohnson.ca.