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Jess

About Jess

Jess Knott is an instructional designer for TechSmith and a PhD candidate in Higher, Adult and Lifelong Education at Michigan State University. Passions include video games, roller derby, loving Lansing, and believing in magic. She proudly resides on the east side of Lansing with her husband and three terrible guard dogs.

Cool City, Cool Business: A Chat with Annabelle’s Pet Station

Posted on January 11, 2012 by Jess

I asked “What’s your favorite community-engaged business?” and Angela Brown of @coolcitydogs answered. The ensuing conversation made me laugh and, more importantly, educated me about Annabelle’s Pet Station, a Lansing gem I knew little about. My dogs show more love … Continue reading →

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New Enterprise is Everyone’s Opportunity

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Jess

Last week, I attended the grand opening of the Center for New Enterprise Opportunity (NEO), located in Lansing’s historic north side. Walking in the door, I had no idea what to expect. I’m creative, but entrepreneurship has never been my … Continue reading →

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Not to tease…

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Jess

… but we’ve got a BIG FUN interview in the works!! Who are you interviewing, Lansing Collective? Here’s a hint: Yep. We’ll be talking to a very special someone, whose name starts with B, with a big spirit and a … Continue reading →

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Home Sweet Friendship

Posted on August 25, 2011 by Jess

We’ve all had that moment. You know what we’re talking about…that moment where you suddenly come to the realization that Lansing is your “home sweet home.” We here at the Lansing Collective want to know what makes our capitol city … Continue reading →

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This ain’t your grandma’s derby…

Posted on August 4, 2011 by Jess

Hi there. I’m Jess. This is my first post for the Lansing Collective. I’m an instructional designer, a 2010 Lansing Chamber of Commerce Ten Over the Next Ten recipient, a TEDxLansing organizer, and several times a week I beat the … Continue reading →

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