John Rakich, DGCO/ATAS/LMGI, is an accomplished Supervising Location Manager and Location Scout with over 23 years of experience. His expertise spans both long- and short-form features, as well as numerous television series for major studios and streaming platforms. 

Currently serving as President of the Location Managers Guild International (LMGI), John is also a former board member of the Directors Guild of Canada Ontario (DGC Ontario). In addition, he is a member of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (ATAS) and the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television. Beyond these roles, he serves on several municipal, regional, and international advisory boards, offering valuable insights on a wide range of industry issues. 

A sought-after speaker, John regularly presents at universities, international industry conferences, festivals, and media conventions. His contributions extend beyond speaking, as he actively participates in discussions and shares thought leadership on key topics such as production sustainability, global production incentives, workforce development, education, and the economic advantages of location-based filming.