What people are raving about
“Jim Langemo is one of the best diversity and inclusion professionals I’ve worked with across the US. We worked together when I was the Chief Diversity Officer at a major retailer, and he has provided community engagement insights and suggestions during my current tenure as a Chief Diversity Officer at a major financial services firm. Jim has deep knowledge of the D&I spectrum, from Talent, Culture and Employee Engagement to growth enablement strategies, meaningful community engagement and measurement. As important, Jim has a style that is inviting, inclusive and welcoming of all perspectives without judgment. He effectively does his work with appropriate challenges to current thinking without any ‘guilt, shame, or blame’ tactics. Jimmi will effectively tie his recommendations to support key objectives and ensure the celebration of milestone achievements along the journey. Jim will be an invaluable collaborative partner to help drive sustainable positive change and impact. I look forward to seeing his continued progress in action. “
Lee Mun Wah
PRESIDENT AND FOUNDER | STIR FRY SEMINARS
Herschel Herndon:
CHIEF DIVERSITY OFFICER | THRIVENT
“I highly recommend Jimmi Langemo. I first met Jimmi at Best Buy, where he did outstanding work in the field of diversity, equity and inclusion. He has an unusual knowledge of diversity issues that are quite unique for a white male. His sensitivity to racial issues is one of his strongest assets. He is constantly striving to learn and to grow. I am amazed at his skills in creating models and strategies to deal with challenging issues. I am hoping to work with Jimmi on future diversity related projects because he is a fine facilitator and instructor. His character is beyond reproach. He has a high level of integrity and authenticity I also count him as a dear friend and colleague of over 20 years.”
John Pershing
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT and CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER | CANADIAN TIRE CORPORATION
“I’ve been fortunate to have had to opportunity to work with Jimmi during our time together at Best Buy Company, experiencing his ability to create programs, connect deeply with others and inspire action. Jimmi led a three-day immersive experience for our company which truly changed people’s lives. Jimmi’s ability to connect with our leaders and employees, shifted listening and enabled different conversations which unlocked possibility for our company.”
G. Travis Norvell
PASTOR | JUDSON MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH
“Jimmi led a group of 50 people for a three-day racial justice pilgrimage to Memphis, TN. The experience transformed the mission and life of the congregation. You will not find a more thoughtful, challenging, and gracious guide into the waters of racial justice than Jimmi Langemo!”
Mark Elliott
CHIEF OF POLICE | CITY OF NORTHFIELD, MN
“Jimmi has provided training for the City of Northfield and the Northfield Police Department. He is skilled in delivering Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion training in an engaging manner. My staff appreciated his approach and felt they were in a learning environment that encouraged engagement and acceptance. Jimmi is genuine in his belief that everyone has value and passes this along in a way that allows for self-reflection and greater understanding.”
Flora Delaney
PRESIDENT OF DELANY CONSULTING
“Jimmi delivers compassionate honesty to his clients. First, he listens and learns from them. Then he directly engages to build the new skills they need to conquer their obstacles. He has an uncanny knack for listening to his clients with his heart and his mind. And he connects to both when he delivers solutions. Clients don’t just get recommendations. They build real conviction to change and improve... PLUS the training and skills they need to succeed. Jimmi can connect to everyone on a team-from the CEO to the part-time contractor. And he brings out the best in all of them. He builds trust with his clients, so when he delivers the “hard to hear” truths, it makes a difference. Jimmi has a financial operator’s mind with a talent developer's heart is what makes Jimmi Langemo a unique resource for his clients”
