Josh Schneuker Wins 40 Under 40 Award in Economic Development

Seguin, Texas – Josh Schneuker, Executive Director of the Seguin Economic Development Corporation has been announced as a recipient of the 2021 Economic Development 40 Under 40 Award, the biennial award recognizing rising stars under 40 years old in the economic development industry.

The awards program is hosted by Development Counsellors International (DCI), a New York-based integrated marketing firm that works with economic development and travel organizations around the globe, and Jorgenson Consulting, a leading national executive search firm serving organizations in non-profit, economic, and community development industries. An independent selection committee of six economic development professionals and site selection consultants evaluated a record-number of 200-plus nominees.

“This past year has demonstrated the importance of economic development in building and sustaining resilient communities,” said Julie Curtin, president of DCI’s economic development practice. “I’m especially impressed by the diverse perspectives and skillsets of this year’s winners as they lead communities to prioritize new ways of thinking, building inclusive and equitable economies, and bringing an attitude of fresh new ideas to the challenges in the industry. The economic development future is bright with these young leaders.”

“Josh has been a shining star for the City of Seguin and is one of the primary reasons why this City has been so successful in the recruitment of so many large manufacturers to the area. I am so proud to see Josh get the recognition he deserves. It is a pleasure working with him and his team on a daily basis to make Seguin an employer and destination of choice,” said Seguin City Manager Steve Parker.

Josh Schneuker has served as the Executive Director of the Seguin Economic Development Corporation and Director of Economic Development for the City of Seguin since October 2016. Mr. Schneuker has over 8 years of economic development experience with three rapidly growing Texas municipalities; Schertz, Cibolo and now Seguin. In his role, Mr. Schneuker manages the City of Seguin’s business recruitment, business retention and expansion, and workforce development efforts.

“The economic development industry is in good hands with these rising leaders,” said Todd Jorgenson, managing director and principal of Jorgenson Consulting, Inc. “The communities they represent—from Tuxpan, Mexico to Covington, Kentucky to Québec, Canada—are fortunate to have the smart, innovative ideas of this year’s winners.”

DCI and Jorgenson officially announced the winners last night at a virtual awards reception held in conjunction with the International Economic Development Council Leadership Summit.

For more information on the 40 Under 40 awards program and this year’s winners, visit econdev40under40.com.

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