John Longshore

April 24: John Longshore | Global Location Strategies | COVID-19 MINISERIES
April 24: John Longshore | Global Location Strategies | COVID-19 MINISERIES 150 150 America's Jobs Team

John Longshore talks with Ron Kitchens about the things he believes economic developers should focus on to stay relevant in a world that is changing by the hour.

John is a Principal and VP of Innovation at Global Location Strategies, where he has spent his time for the past six years. He has led numerous projects across North America and Europe, and the projects he has worked have totaled over $10 billion in capital investment and thousands of jobs.

COVID-19 RESPONSE IN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Today is the last release of daily podcasts. America’s Jobs Team will begin releasing new content three times a week starting on Monday, April 27, on various topics exploring where we will go next as a profession (think topics like data, rebuilding after a crisis, how to re-open businesses, leading your team through changes, and much more). Stay tuned to hear more about upcoming guests and experts, and how you can be part of the interviews!

Episode 004 | John Longshore (Global Location Strategies)
Episode 004 | John Longshore (Global Location Strategies) 150 150 America's Jobs Team

This Week on America’s Jobs Team Podcast:

Nick Riashi is joined by John Longshore to discuss John’s leadership journey. John is a Principal and VP of Innovation at Global Location Strategies, where he has spent his time for the past six years. He has led numerous projects across North America and Europe, and the projects he has worked have totaled over $10 billion in capital investment and thousands of jobs.

John and Nick talk about how generational differences affect today’s workplace and how he sees the talent challenge playing out. John shares his insights for people looking to step into a leadership position for the first time, particularly for Millennials, and he talks about how humility and vulnerability are such powerful traits to have, especially as a leader. Follow John on Twitter at @johnlongshore and tune in now for more great leadership wisdom!