Jobs Landed: Ryan Werder

Michigan is an exciting place to be working on politics and environmental issues right now. My job is to direct the Michigan League of Conservation Voters' (LCV) political and issue campaigns across the state as well as be our voice in Lansing and the media. The fact that Michigan LCV engages in elections and holds officials accountable with our signature Scorecard, as well as other tools that let voters quickly determine how well their legislators are actually representing them, gives us a unique place in protecting Michigan's Great Lakes, land, and air.

Before working with Michigan LCV, I worked for Congressman John D. Dingell, where I was fortunate to work with him on an array of issues but, in particular, I managed a project that will be his local legacy for the region, the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge. Doing so showed me the importance of supporting good conservation work with strong environmental protections. When the job with Michigan LCV came up that fully encapsulated that realization I took the opportunity. I also now serve on the Board of Directors for the International Wildlife Refuge Alliance, which is a different non-profit that is focused on the continued success of the Refuge.
Job Title: Political Director
Company: Michigan League of Conservation Voters
College: University of Michigan, College of Language, Science, and Arts, Political Science, Ann Arbor, MI
High School: University of Chicago Laboratory Schools, Chicago, IL
Lives In: Ferndale



Michigan League of Conservation Voters

213 W. Liberty, Suite 300
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
734-222-9650
Michigan League of Conservation Voters works to elect and hold accountable public officials who will champion a healthy and vital Michigan by preserving and protecting our air, land and water.

We make environmental protection a priority with elected officials, candidates, and voters by mobilizing citizens as a political force for the environment.

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