2026-Jan. Spotlight: Julian Johnson

Introducing Julian Johnson, DMD.

Dr. Julian Johnson is a highly accomplished Endodontist with an impressive academic and professional background. Originally from Sierra Leone, Dr. Johnson began his educational journey at the Sierra Leone Grammar School in Freetown. He initially pursued Engineering at Fourah Bay College, University of Sierra Leone, before relocating to the United States to advance his academic and professional aspirations.

In the United States, Dr. Johnson earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Neurobiology and Physiology from the University of Maryland, College Park. He went on to obtain his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, a prestigious Ivy League institution.

Following dental school, Dr. Johnson completed a General Practice Residency at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, where he developed a strong clinical foundation. He further specialized in Endodontics at NYU Langone Hospital in Brooklyn, New York, solidifying his expertise in advanced root canal therapy and complex endodontic procedures. Dedicated to lifelong learning, Dr. Johnson actively engages in continuing education to remain at the forefront of advancements in endodontics.

He is a proud member of the American Association of Endodontists and the American Dental Association. Dr. Johnson is a licensed Endodontist in New York, New Jersey, and Georgia.

2025-Dec. Spotlight: Marcel Johnson

Introducing Marcel G. Johnson, Snr.

A native of Sierra Leone, Marcel Johnson is an accomplished professional in Cybersecurity and Healthcare. Mr. Johnson graduated from the Sierra Leone Grammar School in 2000 before immigrating to the USA to pursue further studies.

He attended Western Governors University, where he earned three degrees:

• Bachelors of Science in Cybersecurity & Information Assurance, along with twenty-four IT certifications.

• Master's in Business Administration with a concentration in Healthcare Management.

• Master's in Public Health: graduating at the top of his class and receiving five Dean's Excellence Awards.

Mr. Johnson holds two prestigious healthcare certifications:

• Certified Health Data Analyst from the American Health Information Management Association.

• Certified Public Health from the National Board of Public Health Examiners.

Currently, he works as a Cybersecurity & Communications Security Project Manager with the Department of Defense. Additionally, Mr. Johnson serves in the US Navy Reserves as a Career Counselor (Program Manager) and Clinic Manager. He also holds the position of Chief Election Judge for Prince George's County Board of Elections in Maryland.

He serves as Co-chairman for Western Governors University Alumni Ambassador's program.

Furthermore, he is the Acting Chief Operations Officer and Board Member for Zynith Healthcare & Associates in Greenbelt, Maryland.

In his spare time, Mr. Johnson enjoys reading medical and cybersecurity journals, and he likes to travel and learn new cultures.

2025-Nov. Spotlight: Clifton Fyle

Introducing Clifton Fyle, a retired Banking executive.

I entered the sixth form at the Sierra Leone Grammar School in 1962 at Murray Town. We were the first students at that location. I can remember my days at the Grammar School where I made many friends that have lasted to this day, especially with seven female students in our class at that time. This was the period of the "Kennedy" era.

My previous school was the MBHS, where I obtained my School Leaving certificate.

Later, I graduated with a B.S. business degree in the USA and an MBA in International business in 1978. During my banking career, I obtained an Advanced diploma in Banking from the American Institute of Banking (AIB).

After a year at FBC, I worked at the Bank of Sierra Leone, gaining some banking experience before proceeding to the USA for further studies. Another three-year experience at a local savings bank in New Jersey gave me a push to the commercial and international banking sphere, entering as an Account Executive at the Bank of America in New York. My concentration was within the bank's international arm, dealing with the movement of funds for corporate clients overseas. I was successful in moving through different levels of management.

International banking widened my experience, and at the same time, it fulfilled my clients' needs and my own desire to concentrate on that specific area of banking, retiring in 2007 as a Vice President after thirty-four years. I also enjoyed travelling to different locations to meet with clients.

My special hobbies include singing with specific groups including my Church Choir, traveling, both locally and internationally. I was also a former Rotary Club Advisory Board member within my local Township Council, a past President of the now defunct MBHSAA in New York and President, the MBHSAA (DMV) Washington.