Ryan Smith
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Maureen Roushar
Ryan is an extraordinary creative strategic thinker. He sees the big picture, takes calculated risk and executes methodically. Ryan brings servanthood leadership, passion and energy to every situation. I love working with him because he is the "it" factor.
Luke Roth
As part of a small Marketing team with Ryan, I can give a very personal testimonial for his management ability. Simply put, he was great. Ryan had to be nimble enough to make sure the overall marketing vision was consistent throughout our universe of tasks, which included major event planning, promotional material production, and the establishment of tactical partnerships in the area. Our work environment was fast-paced and always changing; Ryan rolled with the punches, delegating efficiently to make sure the work got done. Ryan was a pleasure to work with because he actually cared how I felt, and would reach out to me if he sensed anything out of balance. He would ask for my input and frequently try to include my thoughts into whatever the overall product might be. Ryan understands every employee needs to feel valued and respected to do a good job, and worked hard to make sure I felt that way. This is what sets him apart. I would gladly elaborate on any of Ryan's qualities via message or a phone call.
Maureen Roushar
Ryan is an extraordinary creative strategic thinker. He sees the big picture, takes calculated risk and executes methodically. Ryan brings servanthood leadership, passion and energy to every situation. I love working with him because he is the "it" factor.
Luke Roth
As part of a small Marketing team with Ryan, I can give a very personal testimonial for his management ability. Simply put, he was great. Ryan had to be nimble enough to make sure the overall marketing vision was consistent throughout our universe of tasks, which included major event planning, promotional material production, and the establishment of tactical partnerships in the area. Our work environment was fast-paced and always changing; Ryan rolled with the punches, delegating efficiently to make sure the work got done. Ryan was a pleasure to work with because he actually cared how I felt, and would reach out to me if he sensed anything out of balance. He would ask for my input and frequently try to include my thoughts into whatever the overall product might be. Ryan understands every employee needs to feel valued and respected to do a good job, and worked hard to make sure I felt that way. This is what sets him apart. I would gladly elaborate on any of Ryan's qualities via message or a phone call.
Maureen Roushar
Ryan is an extraordinary creative strategic thinker. He sees the big picture, takes calculated risk and executes methodically. Ryan brings servanthood leadership, passion and energy to every situation. I love working with him because he is the "it" factor.
Luke Roth
As part of a small Marketing team with Ryan, I can give a very personal testimonial for his management ability. Simply put, he was great. Ryan had to be nimble enough to make sure the overall marketing vision was consistent throughout our universe of tasks, which included major event planning, promotional material production, and the establishment of tactical partnerships in the area. Our work environment was fast-paced and always changing; Ryan rolled with the punches, delegating efficiently to make sure the work got done. Ryan was a pleasure to work with because he actually cared how I felt, and would reach out to me if he sensed anything out of balance. He would ask for my input and frequently try to include my thoughts into whatever the overall product might be. Ryan understands every employee needs to feel valued and respected to do a good job, and worked hard to make sure I felt that way. This is what sets him apart. I would gladly elaborate on any of Ryan's qualities via message or a phone call.
Maureen Roushar
Ryan is an extraordinary creative strategic thinker. He sees the big picture, takes calculated risk and executes methodically. Ryan brings servanthood leadership, passion and energy to every situation. I love working with him because he is the "it" factor.
Luke Roth
As part of a small Marketing team with Ryan, I can give a very personal testimonial for his management ability. Simply put, he was great. Ryan had to be nimble enough to make sure the overall marketing vision was consistent throughout our universe of tasks, which included major event planning, promotional material production, and the establishment of tactical partnerships in the area. Our work environment was fast-paced and always changing; Ryan rolled with the punches, delegating efficiently to make sure the work got done. Ryan was a pleasure to work with because he actually cared how I felt, and would reach out to me if he sensed anything out of balance. He would ask for my input and frequently try to include my thoughts into whatever the overall product might be. Ryan understands every employee needs to feel valued and respected to do a good job, and worked hard to make sure I felt that way. This is what sets him apart. I would gladly elaborate on any of Ryan's qualities via message or a phone call.
Experience
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Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation
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United States
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Environmental Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Ackelson Fellow
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Aug 2021 - Present
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Drake University Law School
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Drake Law Student
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2018 - 2021
JDLegislative Practice CertificateAgricultural Law Certificate JDLegislative Practice CertificateAgricultural Law Certificate
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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Campaign Manager - Man & Woman of the Year - Eastern Iowa
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Sep 2017 - Jun 2018
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Communications, Marketing, and Public Relations Director
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Feb 2015 - Jun 2017
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Nebraska Furniture Mart
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Sales Manager
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2011 - 2014
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Commissioner
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2009 - 2014
The Des Moines Music Commission is established as an advisory commission to promote the development of live music performances, the music industry and musicians within the city and to provide an opportunity for input from the live music industry, musicians, and the public for ideas in support of live music. The Des Moines Music Commission is established as an advisory commission to promote the development of live music performances, the music industry and musicians within the city and to provide an opportunity for input from the live music industry, musicians, and the public for ideas in support of live music.
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Adjunct Professor
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Aug 2011 - Dec 2011
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Prairie Meadows
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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200 - 300 Employee
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Sales Manager - Special Events
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2007 - 2010
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Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK
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United States
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Media Production
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700 & Above Employee
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Gannett Newspaper Division - Circulation
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2001 - 2006
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Iowa Secretary of State
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United States
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Government Administration
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1 - 100 Employee
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Information Specialist 2
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1998 - 2001
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Education
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2018 - 2021
Drake University Law School
Law -
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Globe University - Minnesota School of Business
MBA -
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Iowa State University
Bachelor of Arts - BA -
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University of Iowa
Music Therapy
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