Staff Spotlight: Leah Anfang

Leah Anfang, a senior at the College of St. Benedict (CSB) studying Communications and Sociology, has recently joined the Rapp Strategies Inc. team as an intern for summer 2022.

As a student at CSB, Leah is focusing her Communications study on marketing media and advertisement. She is looking forward to advancing her skills as she works with the RSI team on a variety of communications projects, including social media planning and writing, research and graphics.

“I am grateful to have the opportunity to be an intern at Rapp Strategies and am excited to learn from professionals about a wide range of topics and how RSI creates value for their clients.”

Prior to her internship with Rapp Strategies, Leah has worked at a boutique part time while pursuing her bachelor’s degree which she plans to complete next spring. She also spent the second half of her junior year studying abroad in Dublin, Ireland while attending Dublin Business School. While in Dublin, Leah interned part time with the online retail company Designer Room, where she performed market research, competitor analysis and advertising support.

“I am looking forward to growing personally and professionally this summer. I keep reminding myself that it is okay not to know everything right away - that’s exactly why I am here.”

What are you most looking forward to at Rapp Strategies?

At Rapp Strategies I am looking forward to exploring and gaining knowledge in the world of public affairs and public policy. I am eager to learn new skills to apply to a future career.

What career or professional opportunities do you hope to pursue in the future?

I hope to someday move out of state for a bit to explore opportunities in Public Relations and social media management.

What has been your favorite professional experience?

When I was studying in Ireland, I had the opportunity to be an intern at an online rental dress company called Designer Room. I was taught market research strategies for comparing and analyzing data between competitors and advertising to target markets. I learned a lot about social media and how important of a role it can play in businesses.  

When you’re not working, what can you be found doing? What are your favorite hobbies?

One of my favorite things to do is listen to podcasts and go on walks around my neighborhood. I keep up with a few weekly podcasts but am always on the lookout for new ones to listen to. In the summers, I like to play golf with my friends and family – it’s a great way to relax. You can also find me hanging out with my friends on the weekends or going to a friend’s cabin.

What is one thing about you few people know?

I am fascinated by true crime documentaries and would watch them all day long if I could.

What is the best advice you have ever received?

To not take criticism from anyone you wouldn’t ever go to for advice.

Who is your biggest role model/mentor?

My mom. I admire her as a person and strive to have her work ethic. She helps me be confident and positive and I am so thankful to have her as my mom.

What is your favorite or most-used app on your phone? Why?

Tik Tok, it keeps me entertained when I’m bored.

What is the best place you’ve traveled to and why?

The west coast of Ireland. I got to see the Cliffs of Moher, The Aran Islands and the city of Galway. I hope to go back someday and see these places again.