Environmental Business Breakfast with Marin County Executive Derek Johnson

Friday, March 13, 2026, 7:30 am to 9:00 am

The Club Restaurant at Mcinnis Park 350 Smith Ranch Rd., San Rafael

Register by March 11, 2026

Members: $25 I Non-Members: $30

Includes Buffet Breakfast

Meet Marin County Executive, Derek Johnson! Derek will share his “State of Marin County and Environmental Issues” talk during this breakfast meeting. This is a special opportunity to hear what is going on in the county from the leader who is balancing it all.

In February 2024 Derek assumed the new position of County Executive – Marin County responsible for leading a workforce of over 3,000 employees and overseeing an approximately $850 million budget. As a Marin County native, growing up in Novato, he returns to the County bringing with him over 25 years of experience in local government management. During the 12 years before returning to Marin County, he served the City of San Luis Obispo as the City Manager, Assistant City Manager and Director of Community Development among other positions in Santa Barbara County and Goleta, CA.

Derek’s current role focuses on advancing the priorities of the Board of Supervisors including housing and homelessness, climate sustainability, fiscal stewardship, and equitable access to services. His career embodies a deep belief in public service as a calling and a leadership style rooted in intentional communication, civic-mindedness, and innovation.

Marin County is fortunate to have his passionate commitment to enhancing the quality of life for all residents through championing sustainable development, fostering inclusive leadership, and driving meaningful change through cross sector partnerships, and team development.

Derek holds a bachelor’s degree in environmental studies from UC Santa Barbara, along with a breadth of academic and professional training in a wide array of technical disciplines. He has extensive experience in infrastructure financing, redevelopment, and organizational development.

Please join MCL in welcoming Derek and hear his perspectives on the “State of Marin County and Environmental Issues” We look forward to seeing you on March 13th, 2026!

If you prefer to pay by check, please email us to reserve your spot. Be sure to include your name, member/non-member status, and the name of any guest attending with you.