Lambert, Edwards & Associates (LE&A) is looking to add more talent to its team. With two recent senior level hires in Chris Tromp and Andy Heller, the firm is now searching for additional entry and mid level positions.
Jeff Lambert, president/managing partner, describes what he considers to be the perfect fit for their firm which services clients in 20 states. "We use the term 'best athlete.' They have to be able to do multiple things. They need the agility to go across to different areas and work, and [they] need to be aggressive with a view for national work."
LE&A's workplace is located in downtown Grand Rapids and features a rooftop deck and other amenities that create an ambience of "professional cool," which Lambert feels not only helps when hosting current and potential customers, but also creates their firm as a destination employer. "We recruit folks statewide with a mix of homegrown talent. Our culture is professional and hard charging, but we work in a setting that is fun."
Lambert's advice for anyone interested in a public relations career is to gain as much experience as possible. "The best way for a young person to get experience is to find an internship, paid or unpaid. Show off your skills and begin the most basic of networking. Go to events, get involved. Say, 'I am going to collect five business cards,' and then follow up with a call."
To learn more about LE&A, you can visit their website
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Source: Jeff Lambert, LE&A
Writer: John Rumery, Innovation and Job News Editor
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