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Elena Szost
Elena graduated from Grand Valley State University in 2016 with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and International Relations. During her studies, she had the opportunity to study abroad in Hikone, Japan, exploring the language, culture, and economics of the country through the Japan Center for Michigan Universities. She also served as a research assistant for Professor Diven, conducting historical and policy research on the U.S. and Sri Lanka.
After graduating, Elena moved to Washington, D.C., to intern with the United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean, where she conducted research and policy analysis to support regional economic initiatives.
Elena began her professional career as a Project Associate for Management Systems International and later advanced to Project Manager and Special Assistant to the President. Since October 2021, she has been serving as a Program Manager with Chemonics International in Washington, D.C.
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