Phil Schneider

PRINCIPAL

As Principal at Global Location Strategies, Phil Schneider brings over 35 years of experience in global location strategy, site selection, incentives negotiation, and economic development. He has advised leading companies such as Google, Apple, Toyota, and Johnson & Johnson, completing more than 400 projects across industries including manufacturing, technology, R&D, and shared services.

Before joining GLS, Phil led Schneider Strategy Consulting and held senior leadership roles at Deloitte Consulting and Fantus Consulting, where he built and led major location strategy practices. His work spans the U.S. and international markets, supporting both corporate clients and investment promotion agencies worldwide.

A past President and Chairman of the Site Selectors Guild, Phil is widely regarded as a thought leader in his field. He frequently publishes articles, speaks at conferences, and serves as an expert source for business media. Phil holds BA and Master’s degrees from the University of Wisconsin and is a U.S. Navy veteran.