Joel Longanecker
About Joel Longanecker
Joel Longanecker is a Business Consulting Manager at Centric Consulting, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in business consulting, operational excellence, and process improvement, with previous roles at organizations such as Great Southern Bank, BJC HealthCare, and St. Louis Children's Hospital.
Current Role at Centric Consulting
Joel Longanecker serves as a Business Consulting Manager at Centric Consulting, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on driving the development, growth, and quality execution of business capabilities. He works directly with client senior leadership teams, assisting them in strategy and roadmap development, assessments, and operational process improvements. His expertise in business consulting solutions contributes to the firm's objectives and client success.
Previous Experience at Centric Consulting
Before his current role, Joel Longanecker was a Senior Operational Excellence Consultant at Centric Consulting from 2020 to 2021. During this time, he utilized Lean and Six Sigma Black Belt training to assist executive leaders in identifying process improvement opportunities. His contributions in this capacity supported the firm's commitment to operational excellence and client satisfaction.
Educational Background
Joel Longanecker holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Leadership and Management from Western Governors University. He also earned a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Missouri-Saint Louis. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in business consulting and operational improvement.
Career History and Roles
Joel Longanecker has held various roles throughout his career. He worked at Great Southern Bank as a Supervisor from 2009 to 2010 and served as Office Manager at Compass Counseling and Psychotherapy, LLC. from 2010 to 2012. He also worked as a Performance Improvement Consultant at BJC HealthCare from 2017 to 2019 and as a Manager at St. Louis Children's Hospital from 2015 to 2017. His diverse experience spans multiple industries, enhancing his consulting capabilities.
Consulting Expertise and Methodologies
In his consulting roles, Joel Longanecker applies process improvement and business strategy methodologies across various industry and functional areas. He provides thought leadership and assists with driving sales and delivery of business consulting solutions. His skills in strategy and operations enable him to effectively support organizations in achieving their operational goals.