Mackinac Center for Public Policy
Industry: Think tank
DescriptionThe Mackinac Center for Public Policy, in Midland, Michigan, is the largest state-based free market think tank in the United States. The Mackinac Center conducts policy research and educational programs. It holds workshops for high school debate students. Founded: 1987 Address: 140 West Main Street, P.O. Box 568, Midland, Michigan 48640 President: Joseph G. Lehman Location: Midland, Michigan Founders: Lawrence Reed, Richard D. McLellan
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Mackinac Center for Public Policy Employees
LEWIS Pulse January 2014 - Present
Freelance Writing & Reporting January 2013 - Present
Redux February 2012 - March 2014
Topix March 2012 - January 2013
Loka.com 2013 - 2013
The Daily Caller May 2011 - July 2011
Hillsdale College January 2008 - May 2011
student free press association 2010 - 2011
Mackinac Center for Public Policy 2010 - 2010
The Washington Examiner May 2009 - July 2009
Skills
Journalism, Ghostwriting, Storytelling, News Writing, Politics, Crisis Communications, Feature Articles, Rapid Response, Rebranding, Investigative Reporting, Photojournalism, Blogging, Digital Journalism, Writing, Proofreading, Long Distance Running, Social Media..., Multimedia Journalism, US politics, Interviews, Copywriting, WordPress, Narrative Journalism, Digital Curation, Newsprint, Ad Copy
Education
Hillsdale College 2006 — 2011
BA, Speech, Journalism
Calvin Christian School July 2015 - Present
Freelance Photographer 2010 - Present
Reformed Heritage Christian School 2013 - 2015
Mackinac Center for Public Policy 2009 - August 2013
Providence Christian College 2010 - 2013
US Center for World Missions 2010 - 2013
Providence Christian College 2009 - 2013
Providence Christian College 2011 - 2012
Skills
Public Speaking, Tutoring, Mentoring, Photoshop, Flickr, Pagemaker, WordPress, PowerPoint, Microsoft Publisher, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Public Policy, Research, Public Relations, Journalism, Social Media, Typing, Writing, Theatre, Singing, Piano, Organization, Swing Dance, Poetry, Canon DSLR, Nikon, Event Planning, Teaching, Facebook
Education
Providence Christian College 2009 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, English Literature/Secondary Education, Minor in Biblical and Theological Studies
Midland Christian High School 1997 — 2009
High School Diploma
Kelly Services January 2013 - Present
Praxis - break the mold April 2013 - Present
Northwood University March 2012 - December 2012
Institute for Humane Studies June 2010 - March 2012
Mackinac Center for Public Policy August 2008 - June 2010
Northwood University May 2007 - September 2009
Eden Computing LLC September 2004 - January 2009
Education
Northwood University 2006 — 2010
BBA, Economics and Management
George Mason University
Non-degree (Graduate Courses)
Economic Thinking September 2012 - Present
American Water January 2013 - August 2013
Mackinac Center for Public Policy 2011 - 2012
Science and Environmental Policy Project June 2011 - September 2011
Property Rights Alliance July 2010 - March 2011
American Institute for Economic Research June 2009 - July 2009
Ludwig von Mises Institute June 2007 - July 2007
Independent Institute January 2007 - May 2007
Foundation for Economic Education August 2005 - August 2006
Skills
Policy, Research
Education
George Mason University 2009 — 2011
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Candidate, Economics
San Jose State University 2006 — 2007
Master of Arts (M.A.), Economics
Hillsdale College 2001 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics
Delta Air Lines May 2013 - Present
City of Big Rapids - Community Planning Commission January 2015 - April 2015
Mackinac Center for Public Policy October 2014 - December 2014
Halloween City June 2009 - August 2012
Education
Ferris State University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor’s Degree, Political Science and Government
Mises Institute 2013 — 2013
Study of Austrian Economic Theory and Principals
Northville High School 2005 — 2009
Kern Family Foundation July 2014 - Present
Training Leaders International September 2011 - April 2014
Foundation for Economic Education August 2008 - September 2011
Mackinac Center for Public Policy May 2006 - August 2007
Skills
Crisis Management, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Program Management, Logistics, Management, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Project Planning, Event Planning, Strategy, Volunteer Management, Social Networking, Public Relations, Microsoft Office, Economics, Editing, Social Media, Writing, Travel Planning, Training, Event Management, Grant Writing, Cultural Intelligence, Short-Term Missions, Market-Based Management, Individualization, Cross-cultural..., Cross-cultural Teams, Mac OS X, Crisis Situations
Education
Hillsdale College 2004 — 2008
BA, Economics
The JW Marriott & Ritz-Carlton Hotel, at Grande Lakes Orlando June 2015 - Present
Carnival Cruise Line August 2014 - March 2015
Dolce Hotels & Resorts July 2012 - July 2014
Dolce Hotels & Resorts April 2012 - November 2012
Mackinac Center for Public Policy May 2012 - September 2012
Northwood University August 2011 - May 2012
NADA Hotel October 2011 - April 2012
Catawba Island Club May 2011 - September 2011
Skills
Catering, Events Coordination, Event Planning, Customer Service, Hospitality Industry, Banquet Operations, Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Situational Leadership, Food & Beverage, Banquets, Event Management
Education
Northwood University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Hospitality Administration/Management
Founders Classical Academy (Leander) August 2014 - Present
Mackinac Center for Public Policy June 2014 - July 2014
Media Trackers March 2014 - July 2014
Hillsdale College January 2013 - May 2014
Hillsdale Collegian September 2011 - May 2014
Saga Incorporated January 2011 - March 2014
The Heartland Institute June 2013 - August 2013
Hudson Institute June 2013 - August 2013
Camp Blessing Association June 2012 - August 2012
Sandwich Community School District 430 June 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Public Policy, Public Relations, Community Research, Languages, Illustration
Education
Hillsdale College 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Economics
Harvey L. Neiman Health Policy Institute February 2015 - Present
American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) May 2013 - December 2014
George Mason University August 2011 - May 2013
Institute for Justice May 2012 - July 2012
PA Independent January 2010 - August 2011
Franklin Center for Government and Public Integrity January 2010 - August 2011
Mackinac Center for Public Policy October 2009 - December 2009
Compass Internet Systems June 2008 - September 2009
Compass Internet Systems September 2007 - May 2008
The Collegian Newspaper January 2007 - May 2008
Skills
Technical Writing, Economic Research, Teaching, Research, Project Management, Econometrics, Pensions, Industrial Organization, Editing, Journalism, Stata, Report Writing, Policy Analysis, Economics, Statistics, News Writing, Public Policy, Microeconomics, Qualitative Research, International Relations, Macroeconomics, Storytelling, Political Science, Politics, Newspapers, Publications, Strategic Communications, Copy Editing, Nonprofits, Press Releases, Quantitative Research, Social Media, Proofreading
Education
George Mason University 2011 — 2015
PhD, Economics
George Mason University 2011 — 2014
Master of Arts (M.A.), Economics
St. Mary's College of California 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Science, Economics
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) 2007 — 2007
Economics
University of Oxford 2006 — 2006
International Studies
Institute for Humane Studies & Mercatus Center June 2015 - Present
Institute for Humane Studies December 2012 - June 2015
Institute for Humane Studies July 2011 - December 2012
Washington Policy Center October 2010 - June 2011
Mackinac Center for Public Policy June 2010 - October 2010
Mackinac Center for Public Policy September 2009 - June 2010
Mid-Michigan Infusion Care July 2007 - June 2010
Mackinac Center for Public Policy May 2009 - September 2009
Northwood University Security September 2007 - May 2009
Skills
Research, Technology, Salesforce.com..., Salesforce.com, Marketing, Leadership, Time Management, Event Management, Event Planning, Communication, Social Networking, Project Management, Purchasing, Microsoft Office 2007, Prezi, Microsoft Office, Nonprofits, Negotiation
Education
Northwood University 2007 — 2010
BBA, Economics/ Management
Northwood University 2007 — 2010
Bachelor, Business Administration; Economics/Management
Cornerstone University 2006 — 2006
Marketing/Management
Amazon May 2012 - November 2012
PATH June 2012 - September 2012
Carnegie Mellon University June 2011 - July 2011
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2010 - December 2010
Intel Research June 2010 - August 2010
Mackinac Center for Public Policy June 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Usability Testing, User-centered Design, Interaction Design, User Research, Human Computer...
Education
University of California, San Diego 2013 — 2018
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Cognitive Science
University of Washington 2011 — 2013
Master's degree, Human Centered Design & Engineering
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2008 — 2011
Bachelors of Science, Industrial Engineering
George Mason University 2012 - Present
Ballotpedia October 2011 - Present
Mackinac Center for Public Policy July 2009 - August 2011
Skills
Research, Editing
Education
Hillsdale College 2005 — 2009
B.A., Economics
Mackinac Center for Public Policy June 2013 - Present
Mackinac Center for Public Policy July 2012 - June 2013
The Show-Me Institute June 2009 - July 2012
Liberty @ Work 2011 - 2011
English School, Changzhou, China April 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Politics, Public Policy, Research, Non-profits, Proposal Writing, Legislative Relations, Policy Analysis, Press Releases, Nonprofits, Policy, Economics, Strategic Communications, Editing, Journalism, Social Media, Data Analysis, Political Campaigns, Fiscal Policy, Community Outreach, Qualitative Research
Education
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business 2014 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
University of Missouri-Columbia 2005 — 2009
Bachelor's, Economics, Journalism
University of California, San Diego August 2015 - Present
Michigan State University August 2013 - Present
MSU Center for Regional Economic Innovation January 2012 - May 2013
Mackinac Center for Public Policy June 2012 - August 2012
Dawn Food Products June 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Research, Mathematics, Statistics, Probability, Econometrics, Economics, Game Theory, Teaching, LaTeX, Mathematical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Economic Growth, Environmental Economics, Public Speaking, Theory
Education
University of California, San Diego 2015 — 2020
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Economics
Michigan State University 2010 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Advanced Mathematics, Economics, 3.9
Cato Institute November 2005 - Present
Mackinac Center for Public Policy 2001 - December 2005
Independent study and freelance writing on ed. policy January 1994 - 2001
Microsoft June 1989 - January 1994
Skills
Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Economic Research, Econometrics, Policy, Government, Research, Non-profits, Qualitative Research, Strategic Communications, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Editing, Data Analysis, Quantitative Research, education history, Programming, "go", Economics, Analysis, Nonprofits, Politics, International Relations, Program Evaluation, Economic Statistics, Education, International..., Report Writing, Writing
Education
McGill University
National Center for Policy Analysis April 2009 - Present
Independent Institute November 2013 - Present
Pacific Research Institute October 2013 - Present
The Fraser Institute November 2011 - Present
Mackinac Center for Public Policy December 2010 - Present
Forbes.com May 2011 - Present
Benjamin Rush Society January 2009 - Present
AdvaMed August 2012 - June 2013
Benjamin Rush Society August 2011 - July 2012
Pacific Research Institute May 2005 - July 2012
Skills
Public Speaking, Sales, Financial Analysis, Alternative Investments, Writing, Economics, Public Policy, Portfolio Management, Security Analysis, Hedge Funds, Asset Allocation, Policy, Research, Healthcare, Leadership, Editing, Blogging, Policy Analysis, Management, Strategic Planning, Analysis
Education
London Business School
Master, Business Administration
Royal Military College
Bachelor, Arts (Honours) Economics & Commerce
Royal Roads Military College
Arts Program
Northwood University September 2013 - Present
Northwood University June 2011 - August 2013
Mackinac Center for Public Policy June 2009 - June 2011
Red Road Media, Inc. October 2008 - February 2009
FH Braunschweig/Wolfenbuettel March 2006 - September 2007
Skills
Social Media, Marketing Management, Project Management, Public Speaking, Leadership, Marketing, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Higher Education
Education
University of Detroit Mercy 2010 — 2012
Masters, Economics
Northwood University 2005 — 2009
BBA, Economics, International Business
Petco August 2015 - Present
Merkle April 2014 - June 2015
Microsoft December 2012 - March 2014
Aetna June 2012 - December 2012
Travelers Insurance January 2009 - June 2012
Cornell University August 2006 - December 2008
Federal Trade Commission April 2008 - August 2008
Medical University of South Carolina January 2003 - May 2006
UNCG August 2001 - December 2002
Mackinac Center for Public Policy May 1999 - August 1999
Skills
Predictive Analytics, SAS, Stata, SQL, Health Economics, Insurance, Terradata, Management Consulting, Logistic Regression, Business Process..., GLMs, SAS Macros, Bing Ads Accredited...
Education
Cornell University 2006 — 2008
Policy Analysis and Management
University of North Carolina at Greensboro 2001 — 2002
MA, Applied Economics
Michigan State University 1996 — 2002
BA, International Relations, Political Economy
Maygayhay Elem
Mackinac Center for Public Policy April 2014 - Present
Delta College July 2011 - April 2014
Mackinac Center for Public Policy 2009 - 2011
Skills
InDesign, Photoshop, Social Media, Non-profits, PowerPoint, Nonprofits, Photography, Marketing Strategy, Graphic Design, Dreamweaver, Illustrator, Newsletters, WordPress, Advertising, Adobe Creative Suite, Facebook, Social Networking
Education
Saginaw Valley State University 2013 — 2015
Bachelors, Graphic Design
Delta College 2008 — 2012
Associates of Fine Arts & Design, Graphic Design
Veritas Academy 1998 — 2004
Great Lakes Yoga April 2014 - Present
SEPHORA November 2013 - Present
Ulta March 2012 - November 2013
Morley Companies, Inc. October 2011 - March 2012
JC Penney August 2004 - March 2012
Mackinac Center for Public Policy June 2010 - October 2010
Skills
Leadership, Customer Service, Time Management, Associate Development, Coaching, Evaluation, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Makeup Artistry, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Outlook, PowerPoint, Marketing, Sales, Management, Training
Education
Northwood University 2007 — 2009
B.A., Economics, Management
Charles G. Koch Charitable Foundation February 2013 - Present
Northwood University 2004 - Present
Northwood University 2008 - February 2013
Holly Area Schools 2004 - February 2013
Michigan Senate 2001 - August 2008
Mackinac Center for Public Policy 1997 - 2000
Skills
Adult Education, Academic Administration, Higher Education, Public Speaking, Leadership, Student Affairs, Academic Advising, Admissions, Community Outreach, Curriculum Design, Grant Writing, Instructional Design, Leadership Development, Nonprofits, Organizational..., Program Development, Program Management, Research, Teaching, Training, University Teaching, Staff Development
Education
University of Detroit Mercy 2008 — 2009
MA, Economics
Central Michigan University 1998 — 2000
MBA, Management
Northwood University 1994 — 1998
BBA, Economics and Management
The Becket Fund for Religious Liberty June 2015 - July 2015
Mackinac Center for Public Policy May 2011 - August 2014
The Hon. Tim Walberg, MI-07 January 2013 - April 2013
Skills
Writing, Research, Editing, Public Policy, Microsoft Office
Education
Hillsdale College 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History and and Mathematics, Summa Cum Laude
Foundation for Economic Education September 2008 - Present
Mackinac Center for Public Policy December 1987 - September 2008
Northwood University 1977 - 1984
Skills
Writing, Research, Public Relations, Event Planning, Non-profits, Policy Analysis, Social Media, Public Policy, Networking, Leadership, Nonprofits, PowerPoint, Policy, Management, Marketing Communications, Teaching, Politics, Economics, Community Outreach, History, Higher Education, Market Research, Team Building, Strategic Communications, Blogging, Social Networking, Grant Writing, Government, Press Releases, Media Relations, Grassroots Organizing, Event Management, Marketing, Fundraising, Strategic Planning, Leadership Development, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Facebook, Team Leadership, Project Management, Advertising, Analysis, Political Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Customer Service, Creative Writing, Economic Development, Liberty, Mentoring
Education
Northwood University
PhD (honorary), Laws
Central Michigan University
PhD (honorary), Public Administration
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania 1975 — 1978
M.A., History
Grove City College 1971 — 1975
B.A., Economics
Martin & Tipton, Incorporated April 2013 - Present
National Academy of Public Administration January 2013 - May 2013
Kent County Board of Elections November 2012 - November 2012
Mackinac Center for Public Policy October 2012 - October 2012
Kuhnlein & Martin, Incorporated May 2010 - August 2012
Skills
Analysis, Business Development, Leadership, Government, Public Policy, Research, Management, Nonprofits, Customer Service, Business Strategy, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Marketing Communications, Fundraising, Public Policy Research..., Workers Compensation, Government Contracting, Government Relations, Physician Recruitment
Education
Calvin College 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science-Public Administration
Dow Corning July 2015 - Present
Freelance September 2013 - July 2015
Aspen Music Festival and School June 2014 - August 2014
Towne Park October 2013 - January 2014
Mackinac Center for Public Policy April 2012 - August 2013
Skills
InDesign, Photoshop, Digital Photography, Newspaper Design, Mac, Web Graphics, Valet Parking, Customer Service, Graphics, Publications, Editing, Social Media, Graphic Design, Typography, Writing, Video Production, Web Design, Motion Graphics, PowerPoint
Education
Colorado Mountain College 2014 — 2015
Associate of Applied Sciences — Graphic Design, Graphic Design
Homeschool 2000 — 2013
Mackinac Center for Public Policy August 2014 - Present
Mackinac Center for Public Policy May 2009 - Present
Skills
Editorial, Public Policy, Press Releases, Publications, Blogging, Politics, Marketing, Content Writing, Research, Editing, Strategic Communications, Grant Writing, Nonprofits, Political Campaigns
Education
Grove City College 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (BA), History
Grove City College 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Political Science
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina August 2015 - Present
Consultant October 2013 - August 2015
American Red Cross & Red Cross Western Carolinas Region 2005 - October 2013
Bob Jones University March 2008 - January 2012
American Red Cross January 2004 - February 2008
Michigan Senate May 2003 - January 2004
U.S. House of Representatives July 2000 - January 2003
Mackinac Center for Public Policy August 1999 - July 2000
Skills
Media Relations, Crisis Communications, Public Relations, Strategic Communications, Public Speaking, Social Media, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Press Releases, Event Planning, Editing, Fundraising, Speech Writing, Public Affairs, Crisis Management, Message Development, Spokesperson, Corporate Communications, Volunteer Management, Blogging, Publicity, Newsletters, Nonprofits, Internal Communications, New Media, Communications Planning, Leadership, Facebook, Community Development, Strategy, Storytelling, Marketing Communications, Politics, Interviews, Social Networking, Political Campaigns, Government, Legislative Relations, Reputation Management, Management, News Writing, Social Media Outreach, Policy, Grassroots Organizing, Web Content, Emergency Management, Disaster Response, Marketing, Brand Development, Photography
Education
The George Washington University 2009 — 2010
MPS, Strategic Public Relations
Northwood University 1996 — 1999
BBA, Business Management, Marketing Management
Brian L. Carpenter, PhD & Associates, LLC July 2009 - Present
The National Charter Schools Institute July 2005 - June 2009
Mackinac Center for Public Policy July 2002 - July 2005
Various Christian Schools in Texas and North Carolina August 1990 - July 2002
Rio Salado College August 1989 - August 1990
United States Marine Corps 1983 - 1987
United States Marine Corps 1977 - 1980
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Public Relations, Intelligence, Social Media, Editing, Classroom, Books, Social Networking, Event Management, Blogging, Program Management, Public Policy
Education
Capella University 2003 — 2008
PhD, Education
Northern Arizona University 1988 — 1992
MA, Education
National University 1984 — 1987
BA, Behavioral Psych
American Express August 2015 - Present
American Express August 2014 - August 2015
Mercator Advisory Group October 2013 - August 2014
Verbundnetz Gas AG May 2013 - August 2013
Landesbank Berlin (Regional Bank of Berlin) March 2012 - July 2012
Mackinac Center for Public Policy May 2011 - September 2011
Skills
Non-profits, Research, Writing, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Editing, Grant Writing, Event Management, Press Releases, Economics, Stata, Nonprofits, Microsoft Excel, Technical Analysis, Reuters 3000, HTML 5, Energy Industry, Policy Analysis, Market Research, Fundamental Analysis, Inbound Marketing, Spanish, Financial Modeling, Negotiation, Community Outreach, Public Policy, Qualitative Research, Analysis, Strategy, Data Analysis, Economic Research, Econometrics, Macroeconomics, Bloomberg, Statistics, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint
Education
Wellesley College 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics/German
Brandeis International Business School 2012 — 2014
Master of Arts (M.A.), International Economics and Finance
Freie Universität Berlin 2011 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Wirtschaftwissenschaft/Germanistik
MCFA January 2011 - Present
Rapidparts Inc. January 2013 - Present
Rapidparts Inc. July 2008 - December 2010
Mackinac Center for Public Policy May 1996 - January 1997
Skills
Sales Management, Strategic Planning, Operations Management, Process Improvement, Leading Change, Global Business..., Team Building, Customer Satisfaction, Business Strategy, Leadership
Education
Michigan State University 1992 — 1996
BA
The University of Texas at Austin - The Red McCombs School of Business 2006 — 2008
American Principles Project September 2015 - Present
Hillsdale College October 2013 - Present
Mackinac Center for Public Policy June 2015 - August 2015
National Rifle Association January 2014 - December 2014
KayakMorris.com Kayak/Canoe/Bike Rentals June 2012 - August 2014
National Rifle Association June 2013 - July 2013
Skills
Creative Writing, Proposal Writing, Speech Writing, Report Writing, News Writing, Legal Research, Academic Research, Extemporaneous Speaking, Public Speaking, Impromptu Speaking, Team Leadership, Grassroots Fundraising, Research Proposals, Critical Thinking, Religious Education, Community Outreach, Microsoft Word, Editing
Education
Hillsdale College 2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Arts (BA), American Studies, Junior
Mercatus Center at George Mason University January 2015 - Present
George Mason University January 2014 - January 2015
George Mason University, Office of Advancement and Alumni Relations July 2012 - December 2013
George Mason University, Office of Advancement and Alumni Relations January 2011 - July 2012
George Mason University, Office of Admissions July 2010 - November 2010
George Mason University, Office of Admissions June 2010 - July 2010
Charles G. Koch Charitable Foundation June 2009 - May 2010
Mackinac Center for Public Policy June 2009 - May 2010
George Mason University, Office of Admissions August 2005 - May 2007
Skills
Raiser's Edge Data..., Business Objects XI..., Microsoft Excel, Adobe Acrobat X Pro, Advance Data System, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Publisher, PowerPoint, Fundraising, Fundraisers, Adobe Acrobat, Volunteer Management, Leadership, Editing, Recruiting, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Training, Program Management, Nonprofits, Strategic Communications, Public Policy, Community Outreach, Policy, Management, Event Planning, Strategy, Research, Public Speaking, Philanthropy, Policy Analysis, Collaborative Problem..., Program Development, Higher Education, Social Media, Politics, Event Management, Program Evaluation, Grants
Education
George Mason University 2011 — 2014
MPA, Nonprofit Management
George Mason University 2005 — 2009
BA, Global Affairs, Latin American Studies, Economics
StepStone Group February 2015 - Present
Atlas Diligence, LLC December 2013 - January 2015
StepStone Group October 2009 - November 2013
Wachovia Securities May 2008 - December 2008
Five Point Capital June 2007 - May 2008
Mackinac Center for Public Policy November 2000 - August 2004
Education
Central Michigan University 2003 — 2007
BS in BA, Finance & Economics Majors, Accounting Minor
Cato Institute June 2015 - Present
Students For Liberty May 2012 - May 2015
Students For Liberty June 2011 - May 2012
Cato Institute June 2011 - August 2011
Mackinac Center for Public Policy June 2010 - August 2010
Target June 2008 - May 2010
Skills
Non-profits, Public Speaking, Leadership, Politics, Public Policy, Research, Nonprofits, Policy Analysis, Event Planning, Project Management, Fundraising, Microsoft Excel, Editing, Political Science, Microsoft Office, Policy, Strategic Planning, Social Media, International Relations, Event Management
Education
University of North Texas 2009 — 2012
BA, Economics, Political Science, Spanish
Towers Watson 2014 - Present
The Kern Family Foundation January 2013 - June 2014
Mackinac Center for Public Policy May 2012 - August 2012
Grove City College September 2010 - May 2012
Skills
Editing, Blogging, Copy Editing, Facebook, Politics, Journalism, Press Releases, Research, Strategic Communications, Social Media, Non-profits, Public Relations, Social Networking, Higher Education, News Writing, Publications, Policy, Web Content, Creative Writing, Publishing, Writing, Nonprofits, InDesign
Education
Grove City College 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication and Media Studies
Professional Plastics January 2013 - Present
Baby Bird Communications June 2011 - January 2013
Digital Outfit June 2010 - May 2011
Encompass Web Marketing July 2009 - September 2010
The National Charter Schools Institute October 2007 - August 2009
Sprint IPCS 2006 - 2007
mackinac center for public policy 1998 - 2004
Skills
Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Graphic Design, SEO, Adobe Creative Suite, Team Leadership, Marketing Communications, HTML, CSS, Google Analytics, Sound Mixing, MODx
Education
Central Michigan University 2002 — 2005
BS, Marketing/Advertising
Heritage Action for America June 2013 - Present
Franklin Center for Government and Public Integrity January 2013 - December 2014
Brady, Coyle & Schmidt, Ltd. October 2012 - June 2013
Mackinac Center for Public Policy May 2012 - August 2012
Hillsdale College August 2009 - May 2012
Skills
Public Policy, Research, Political Campaigns, Social Media, Facebook, Policy Analysis, Nonprofits, Policy, Community Outreach, Politics, Event Management, Writing, Public Speaking, Editing, Journalism, Twitter
Education
Hillsdale College 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
Hillsdale College Career Services September 2014 - Present
Hillsdale College Marketing Department September 2014 - December 2014
Mackinac Center for Public Policy June 2014 - August 2014
Mackinac Center for Public Policy May 2012 - October 2013
Gable's Land and Lumber June 2010 - August 2013
Skills
Public Speaking, Editing, Telephone Skills, Online Research, Writing, Events, Interviewing Skills, Microsoft Word, Fundraising, Manual Labor
Education
Hillsdale College 2014 — 2018
Bachelor's Degree
Lehman Academy (home school) 2001 — 2014
High School
Mackinac Center for Public Policy July 2000 - Present
State of Michigan, FIA January 2000 - July 2000
The Delfield Company October 1990 - November 1999
Skills
Nonprofits, Research, Non-profits, Policy Analysis, Programming, Web Design, Database Design, Computer Science, Server Administration, Public Policy, Data Analysis, Google Analytics, Social Media, JavaScript, HTML, .NET, Web Development, VB.NET, C#, CSS, Assembly Language, Fortran, Pascal, Mobile Applications, Microsoft SQL Server, Computer Hardware, Computer Program, Databases, Database Administration, Relational Databases, Microsoft Exchange, Fundraising, Raiser's Edge, Editing, Higher Education, Government, Adoption
Education
Central Michigan University 1983 — 1984
Master's degree, Computer Science, 4.0
Central Michigan University 1980 — 1983
Bachelor's degree, Mathematics and Computer Science
Michigan Technological University 1979 — 1980
Mathematics and Computer Science
Sacred Heart Academy High School 1975 — 1979
High School Diploma, College Prep
Mackinac Center for Public Policy January 2013 - May 2014
Koch Summer Fellowship Program June 2013 - August 2013
United States Marine Corps June 2006 - June 2011
Education
Northwood University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor's Degree, Economics
The Dow Chemical Company Executive Committee, Marketing CoordinatorCommunity CanvasAugust 2010 - October 2010
Full Sail University 2008 - 2010
Mackinac Center for Public Policy June 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Posters, Logo Design, After Effects, Photography, SEO, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, Web Design, Graphic Design, Typography, Dreamweaver, Layout, Social Media
Education
Full Sail University
Bachelor's Degree of Digital Art and Design Degree, 2010
Midland Academy
Midland Academy
Copy-Hub January 2012 - July 2014
Bob Jones University May 2008 - August 2011
Greenville Literacy Association April 2009 - July 2011
Bob Jones University August 2007 - April 2008
BJU Press January 2005 - August 2007
Michigan State University May 2004 - December 2004
Mosse Librart, Hillsdale College August 2001 - May 2004
Bibles International May 2003 - December 2003
Mackinac Center for Public Policy May 2001 - August 2001
Education
Bob Jones University 2005 — 2008
Master of Arts, English
Michigan State University 2004 — 2004
Graduate courses, Linguistics
Hillsdale College 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts, Spanish; Writing
Arizona School Choice Trust July 2010 - Present
Alliance for School Choice April 2006 - May 2011
Alliance for School Choice June 2007 - February 2010
Arizona School Choice Trust July 2007 - March 2008
Alliance for School Choice March 2006 - June 2007
Townhall.com 2005 - 2006
Institute for Justice January 2003 - October 2005
Mackinac Center for Public Policy 1999 - December 2002
Kids First! Yes! Campaign 1999 - 2000
Citizens for Traditional Values 1998 - 1999
Skills
Marketing, Constitutional Law, Fundraising, Event Planning, Public Relations, Community Outreach, Grassroots Organizing, Public Policy, Non-profits, Policy Analysis, Public Speaking, Politics, Editing, Research, Blogging, Nonprofits, Government, Strategic Planning
Education
Michigan State University 1996 — 1999
Political Theory & Constitutional Democracy - James Madison College at MSU, Honors College
Caro High School 1993 — 1996
Freelance Writer/Editor January 2010 - Present
Acton Institute 2004 - 2014
The Heartland Institute May 2010 - July 2012
Mackinac Center for Public Policy March 2006 - April 2010
Marketing Resource Group 2003 - 2010
General Motors 2003 - 2005
Gale Research 1985 - 2001
TRIO 1996 - 1998
Campbell & Co. 1990 - 1992
Skills
Editing, Writing, Research, Public Relations, Social Media, Media Relations, Public Speaking, Press Releases, Copy Editing, Journalism, Blogging, Copywriting, Teaching, Microsoft Office, Non-profits, Editorial, Social Networking, Web Content, Publishing, Magazines, Newspaper, Newsletters, Nonprofits, Strategic Communications, Public Policy, Newspapers, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Publications, Political Campaigns, Event Management, Speech Writing, Crisis Communications, AP Style, Proofreading, News Writing, Facebook, Publicity, Corporate Communications, Creative Writing
Education
Michigan State University 1983 — 1985
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), english
Central Michigan University 1977 — 1981
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Creative Writing, Literature
David Bardallis 2003 - Present
Borders June 2004 - February 2009
Bolger and Battle September 2002 - June 2004
Mackinac Center for Public Policy January 1998 - August 2002
Skills
Copywriting, Editing, Nonprofits, Proofreading, Newsletters, Press Releases, Brochures, Fundraising, AP Style, Marketing, Blogging, Copy Editing, Event Planning, Publishing, Web Content, Publications, Journalism, Advertising, Books, Facebook
Education
University of Michigan-Dearborn 1990 — 1994
B.A., English and Psychology
Organibliss, LLC October 2010 - Present
Funding Freedom February 2000 - Present
GANTEC, Inc. January 2009 - October 2010
MITECH+, Inc. September 2007 - February 2010
Mt. Pleasant Area Chamber of Commerce September 2004 - August 2007
Foundation for Economic Education February 2000 - December 2002
Mackinac Center for Public Policy August 1995 - January 2000
Oakland University Foundation September 1991 - August 1995
Construction Association of Michigan July 1978 - September 1991
McGraw-Hill Information Systems Company August 1975 - September 1978
Skills
Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Entrepreneurship, Commercialization, Product Development, Marketing, Business Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Angel Investing, Fundraising, Marketing Communications, Start-ups, Venture Capital, Sales, Sales Presentations, Business Development, Project Management, Strategy, New Business Development, Sales Management, Program Management, Negotiation, Business Planning, Management, Leadership, SEO, Budgets, Public Relations, Market Research, Team Building, Event Planning, Strategic Partnerships, Nonprofits, Training, Social Media Marketing
Education
Michigan State University 1973 — 1975
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Advertising
Mt. Pleasant Area Chamber of Commerce 2004 — 2004
Rollie Denison Chamber Leadership Institute (CLI) - Certificate of Completion
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis 1992 — 1992
Certificate - The Fund Raising School, Principles, Techniques of Fund Raising
University of Detroit 1981 — 1983
Master of Business Administration [MBA]
American Society of Association Executives 1990 — 1990
Certified Association Executive (CAE), Association Management
Oakland Community College 1971 — 1973
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
JetBlue Airways November 2012 - Present
CEVA Logistics September 2011 - November 2012
FedEx Services December 2008 - August 2011
Adroit Technology Enterprises June 2008 - October 2008
Con-way Inc. October 2002 - June 2008
Con-way Central Express September 2004 - February 2005
Con-way Central Express October 2003 - September 2004
Con-Way Central Express September 2003 - February 2004
Con-way Central Express October 2002 - October 2003
Mackinac Center for Public Policy May 2001 - August 2001
Skills
Excel, Salesforce.com, PeopleSoft, Spanish, Hiring, Cold Calling, Customer Relations, Account Management, Negotiation, Budgeting, New Business Development, Microsoft Office, Contract Negotiation, Public Speaking, Consultative Selling, Research, Employee Relations, Logistics, Microsoft Excel, Recruiting, Freight, Transportation, Selling, LTL, Leadership, Trucking, Truckload, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Sales Operations, Management, Sales, CRM, Human Resources, Analysis, Training, Customer Retention, Marketing, Market Research, Employee Benefits, Team Building
Education
University of Miami - School of Business 2010 — 2011
MBA, Management
Hillsdale College 1998 — 2002
BA, Political Economics / Spanish language
Groves High School 1994 — 1998
Northwood University September 2013 - Present
Northwood University January 2010 - September 2013
Mackinac Center for Public Policy May 2003 - January 2010
Freedom in Fiction January 2007 - June 2009
Campbell-Ewald November 2001 - February 2002
Skills
Direct Mail, Event Planning, Research, Non-profits, Fundraising, Writing, Economics, Econometrics, Policy Analysis, Operations Management, Higher Education, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Marketing Communications, Management, Leadership, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Policy, Time Management, Grant Writing, Public Relations, Event Management, Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Social Media
Education
Capital University of Economics and Business 2003 — 2003
Northwood University 1999 — 2003
BBA, Economics, Business Management, Hotel, Restaurant & Resort Management
Mackinac Center for Public Policy April 2014 - Present
Midland Public Schools October 2010 - April 2014
InteractRV August 2009 - October 2010
InteractRV May 2008 - June 2010
Roly Poly April 2003 - December 2006
Entertainment Publications 1999 - 2003
Education
Northwood University 1994 — 1997
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration
Northwood University
BA, Business Administration
Mackinac Center for Public Policy July 2000 - Present
Mackinac Center for Public Policy November 1998 - July 2000
Mackinac Center for Public Policy December 1993 - November 1998
Mackinac Center for Public Policy March 1992 - December 1993
Skills
Public Policy, Non-profits, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Event Planning, Policy Analysis, Research, Political Campaigns, Community Outreach
Education
Saginaw Valley State University 1989 — 1991
American Legislative Exchange Council February 2013 - Present
Tax Foundation April 2012 - October 2012
Charles G. Koch Charitable Foundation June 2011 - May 2012
Searle Civil Justice Institute at GMU Law and Economics Center October 2010 - April 2012
Students For Liberty March 2008 - July 2010
Northwood University August 2009 - June 2010
Cato Institute June 2009 - August 2009
Institute for Humane Studies June 2009 - August 2009
Mackinac Center for Public Policy September 2007 - January 2009
Foundation for Economic Education June 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Data Analysis, Economic Research, Public Relations, Marketing, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Research, Nonprofits, Economics, Event Management, Fundraising, Networking, Policy, Politics, Public Speaking, Social Media, Social Media Outreach, Strategic Communications, Analysis, Editing
Education
Northwood University 2006 — 2010
BBA, Economics and Management
Students For Liberty 2011 - Present
Institute for Humane Studies January 2013 - June 2013
Mackinac Center for Public Policy June 2011 - August 2011
Students For Liberty 2010 - 2011
Young Americans for Liberty 2010 - 2010
Geoscience Earth and Marine Services 2007 - 2009
Skills
Strategic Planning, Higher Education, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Research, Project Management, Project Planning, Event Management, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, Politics, Customer Service, Teaching, Community Outreach, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Editing, Press Releases, Program Management
Education
The University of Texas at San Antonio
Mechanical Engineering
CAN Council Great Lakes Bay Region July 2013 - Present
Independent Contractor May 2011 - July 2013
Midland County Educational Service Agency February 2010 - May 2011
Mackinac Center for Public Policy March 2009 - August 2009
Mackinac Center for Public Policy January 2008 - December 2008
American Cancer Society 2007 - 2007
Skills
Fundraising, Marketing, Data Analysis, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Microsoft Office, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Volunteer Management, Nonprofits, Social Media, Media Relations, Non-profits, Program Development, Event Management, Grant Writing
Education
Northwood University - Richard DeVos Graduate School of Management 2005 — 2007
MBA
University of Michigan-Flint 1998 — 2002
BS, Clinical/Community Psychology
Northwood University October 2013 - Present
Northwood University March 2010 - October 2013
Mackinac Center for Public Policy 1999 - 2010
Covenant HealthCare 2005 - 2006
YES! Coalition 2000 - 2005
Skills
Research, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Management, Event Planning, Social Media, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Editing, Media Relations, Community Outreach, Press Releases, Social Networking, Microsoft Office, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Planning, Philanthropy, Program Development, University Teaching, Marketing
Education
Central Michigan University 1986 — 1991
BA, English/Journalism
University of Exeter 1989 — 1989
English Literature
Mackinac Center for Public Policy October 2003 - Present
Forward Corporation 1991 - 1999
Skills
Accounting, Finance, Non-profit..., Public Policy, Fundraising, Policy Analysis, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Policy, Editing, Social Media, Grant Writing, Raiser's Edge
Education
Saginaw Valley State University 1997 — 2001
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Northwood University 1982 — 1986
Bachelor's Degree, Accounting