John Durso

About John Durso

With over four decades of dedication to labor unions, my mission has been to empower over members at Long Island Federation of Labor. My expertise in public affairs and governmental policy has driven the organization to be among the top labor councils in the United States. We strive to embody the values of dignity and respect for our members, ensuring our diverse voices are heard and our collective goals are met.As President of Local 338 RWDSU/UFCW, I\'ve led initiatives that significantly impact the lives of New Yorkers. From supermarkets to the emerging medical cannabis sector, my commitment to worker rights has been unwavering. Through strategic public policy engagement, I\'ve championed the rights and dignity of our workforce, setting a benchmark for labor advocacy.

Experience

1. President

   Local 338 Rwdsu Ufcw

   Jan 1999 — Present

   Local 338 represents over members who work in Supermarkets, Appetizing and Bagel shops, Drug Stores, Group homes, School Monitors, Bus Drivers and non-food retail workers including workers in the Medical Cannabis industry to name just few. For nearly 100 years we have fought for the dignity, respect and rights of working families in the New York metropolitan area.

Skills

• Non-Profits
• Economic Development
• Public Administration
• Community Organizing
• Program Development
• Community Outreach
• Community Development
• Legislative Relations
• Grassroots Organizing
• Philanthropy
• Strategic Planning
• Newsletters
• Grants
• Land Use
• Event Planning
• Policy Analysis
• Speech Writing
• Board Development
• Political Science
• Fundraising
• Message Development
• Legislation
• Government
• Nonprofits
• Crisis Management
• Coalitions
• Corporate Communications
• Public Speaking
• Social Media
• Public Relations
• Media Relations
• Policy
• Strategic Communications
• Event Management
• Crisis Communications
• Governmental Affairs
• Public Policy
• Press Releases
• Labor Relations
• Politics