The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the appointment of Nick Johnson as its new Senior Vice President of Finance and Operations. In this role, Nick will lead financial strategy and operational efficiency to support the Chamber’s mission of driving regional economic growth.

“We are excited to welcome Nick Johnson as the Chamber’s new Senior Vice President of Finance & Operations,” said Bryan Derreberry, President & CEO of the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce. “With his extensive background in financial stewardship and operational excellence, Nick brings a distinguished level of expertise that will further our commitment to advancing the region’s business community. His strategic insight and dedication to fostering growth will be invaluable as we navigate the evolving needs of our membership and the broader business community. We are confident that Nick’s leadership will have a lasting impact on our Chamber and the Charleston region.”

Prior to joining the Chamber, Nick served as the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis at Graham Media Group in Detroit, MI. In this role, he led a team of analysts to optimize financial performance through process improvements and data-driven insights.

As a media finance veteran, Nick also previously worked with TEGNA and Dispatch Broadcast Groups overseeing both TV and radio stations. With a focus on analytics and financial reporting, Nick served as a key resource for driving forecasting, budgeting and fiscal responsibility.

Nick is excited to bring his expertise and leadership to the Chamber’s Finance team to drive organizational success and foster a collaborative environment.

“I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to join the Chamber. With a strong passion for data storytelling and delivering actionable insights, I look forward to supporting informed decision making and driving operational efficiency,” said Johnson. “I am excited to enhance reporting for both internal and external stakeholders and serve as a strategic partner to our leadership team and board volunteers.”

Nick is originally from Columbus, Ohio. He attended the University of Toledo where he received his Bachelor of Business Administration before attending Ohio University where he received his Master of Business Administration. Nick currently resides in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina with his wife Heather and their two boys. In Nick’s free time he coaches his son’s youth basketball team and cheers on The Ohio State University and Cleveland sports teams.