S6 Ep.10 - Jonathan Smith, Senior Chief Deputy Director, Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity

Powering Michigan’s Transition: How LEO is Shaping the Future of Work and Industry

We sit down with Jonathan Smith, Senior Chief Deputy Director at the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) and explore how Michigan is navigating one of the most significant economic transitions in its history. 

Jonathan leads the Community and Worker Economic Transition Office, with a focus on helping workers, communities, and businesses adapt to major industry shifts—from energy evolution to the transformation of the automotive sector. He discusses building long-term economic resilience through workforce development, strategic community planning, and strengthening industrial competitiveness.