Janel Ranly

Janel Ranly, EDFP, is an experienced professional in economic development and fundraising, currently serving as a Grants Officer at the Economic and Community Development Institute (ECDI) since November 2021. Prior to this role, Janel held various positions including Development Program Manager for the City of Piqua, where responsibilities included managing grant funds and liaising with multiple agencies, and Economic Development Specialist for the City of Fairborn, focusing on business retention and recruitment. Janel's career started with a Management Intern position in the City of Piqua, where a significant project involved creating a city-wide Dashboard Performance Report. Earlier experience includes youth program advocacy at the Council on Rural Services. Janel holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from the University of Dayton and a Master's in Public Administration from Wright State University, and is pursuing certifications in Economic Development and Development Finance.