The Right Place welcomes new Business Research Analyst
and using data to tell compelling and informed stories. His addition to the team will greatly increase the organization’s research and data capabilities. Derek brings several years of research experience to The Right Place, including previous work as a Research Associate for the Judson Group and Research Assistant for the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
The Right Place is pleased to welcome Derek Post to the team. Derek will fill the newly created Business Research Analyst position. In this role, he’ll work directly with the Director of Business Intelligence and Research and the business development team. Derek’s work will include locating and understanding regional economic trends,
Derek Post
Intern Spotlight: Vanessa Lansdale
AWARDS • 2017 Superior Award for Excellent Advertising Campaign EDUCATION • Bachelor of Science, Advertising and Public Relations. Minors in Nonprofit Administration and Photography • Grand Valley State University • Expected Graduation Date: April 2019 FAVORITE PART ABOUT LIVING IN WEST MICHIGAN Vanessa’s favorite part about living in West Michigan is the abundance of hiking trails and the close proximity to the beach.
ABOUT VANESSA LANSDALE Vanessa Lansdale is the Marketing and Communications Intern at The Right Place, Inc. In this role, she assists the Digital Marketing Manager with the organization’s social media, websites, blog, and more. She also provides photography and videography assistance when needed. EXPERIENCE Vanessa currently holds several positions in addition to being the Marketing and Communications Intern. These positions are: Director of Alumni Relations for the PRSSA chapter at Grand Valley State University (GVSU), Account Associate at GrandPR, and Photographer for the Advertising and Public Relations program at GVSU. Before holding these positions, Vanessa worked as a Student Manager on GVSU’s campus.
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