Mara Vandegrift

Mara Vandegrift has a diverse work experience. Mara began their career in 2017 as an Interim Assistant Manager and Sales Associate at Madewell. Mara then held two internships at the same time, one at the Texas House of Representatives and the other at The LIVESTRONG Foundation. In 2018, they were a Fellow at ONE Campaign for Michigan. In 2019, Mara worked as an Intern at Washtenaw County Office of Public Defender and a Research Intern at Seedling. Finally, in 2022, they began their current role as a Sales Operations Specialist at Olea Edge Analytics. Throughout their career, Mara has had the opportunity to gain practical experience in the criminal justice system, explore public policy agencies, and increase awareness and voter turnout.

Mara Vandegrift attended the University of Michigan from 2016 to 2020, where they earned a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Theirtory (dual major) with a minor in Environment.