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Young Alum of the Month: Jenna Lansing

Jenna LansingName:  Jenna Lansing

Hometown:  Worthington, IA

Major and Graduation Date:  Agricultural Business, Minor in Animal Science, May 2016

Favorite ISU Classes:  Econ 334: Entrepreneurship in Ag; AnSci 426: Advanced Beef Management

Job Title and Employer:  Agri-Food WatchDesk Manager at Aimpoint Research

Major Job & Position Responsibilities:  Aimpoint Research is a global, strategic intelligence firm empowering intelligence-driven organizations.  In my role as Agri-Food WatchDesk Manager, I supervise a team of analysts who monitor the agri-food value chain and all disruptions, trends and innovations that are occurring.  We collect and synthesize intelligence to inform our clients on what is really happening and provide predictive insights.  As a result of this intel, we are arming them to be successful in any business environment.  I also manage several client relationships which include overseeing all market research projects, intelligence assessments and activation sessions.

Jenna Lansing presentationWhat you like most about your job/position?  I truly enjoy that I am learning something new each and every day.  I also enjoy the thought-provoking challenge of connecting the dots, understanding what the intelligence means for our clients and recommending what actions they can take to be successful.

What advice would you give to current students pursuing a career in Agriculture and Life Sciences?  In order to grow, one must get outside themselves by trying new things and meeting new people.  Iowa State is one of the best places to do just that because there are so many resources and opportunities available to students both inside and outside the classroom.  Utilize college as a time to grow and get out of your comfort zone.