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Courtney Zaugg was awarded the MA in International Political Economy in November 2009 and is now Economic Development Specialist for the City of Noblesville with the responsibility for business attraction, retention and expansion, as well as workforce analysis and brownfield site development.
Before this worked for Conexus Indiana where she was Director, Industry Research – Automotive and Aerospace/Defense Initiatives. She has also worked for Develop Indy, where she was Director of International Economic Development, as well as the Indiana Economic Development Corporation.
When she was working for Develop Indy, the economic development agency for the City of Indianapolis, we asked her the following questions.
Do you think that your studies at BSIS helped you secure your current post?
Absolutely. Being a tier-two Midwestern city, Indianapolis must pay special attention to the politics that affect trade deals, especially during the economic downtown the last couple of years. BSIS equipped me with the tools necessary to help foster economic growth through foreign investment for my hometown.
What do you think were the key attributes of BSIS when you were here?
The sincere and in-depth engagement of all of the staff and faculty was amazing. Coupled with the location and engagement with other academic and political institutions, it enables its students for success.
Would you recommend BSIS to potential students and if so, what would you tell them?
Without a doubt. I already have and will continue to do so! BSIS provides a generous foundation that empowers its students to become effective practitioners.