Anna Andersen
About Anna Andersen
Anna Andersen is a Japanese Islands Assistant Horticulturist at the Chicago Botanic Garden and has served as an administrative assistant at the US Navy since 2015. With a background in aviation administration and experience in various roles, she has developed a diverse skill set in horticulture and administration.
Work at Chicago Botanic Garden
Anna Andersen has been employed at the Chicago Botanic Garden since 2018 as a Japanese Islands Assistant Horticulturist. In this role, she contributes to the maintenance and development of the garden's Japanese Islands, focusing on horticultural practices and plant care. Additionally, she has been involved in the Veteran Internship Program at the garden since 2016, supporting veterans in their transition to civilian careers through hands-on experience in horticulture.
Current Role in the US Navy
Since 2015, Anna Andersen has served as a Yeoman, an administrative assistant, in the US Navy. In this capacity, she manages various administrative tasks, providing essential support to her unit. Her experience in the Navy has contributed to her organizational skills and ability to work in a structured environment.
Previous Experience in the US Navy
Prior to her current role, Anna Andersen worked in the US Navy as an Aviation Administrationman from 2010 to 2014. This position involved administrative duties related to aviation operations, where she gained valuable experience in military administration and logistics.
Education and Training
Anna Andersen pursued her education at Aurora University from 2015 to 2017, where she completed a two-year program. Before that, she attended the College of DuPage from 2014 to 2015 for one year. Her educational background has provided her with foundational knowledge that supports her current roles in horticulture and administration.
Previous Employment at Madden Communications
Anna Andersen worked at Madden Communications as a Repack Coordinator for five months in 2017 to 2018. In this role, she was responsible for coordinating the repackaging of products, which involved logistical planning and execution in Kenosha, Wisconsin.