Ross Tanner
Account Executive
Ross originally joined the agency as an intern while studying advertising at Ball State University. Upon graduation, he was hired on full-time as our Creative Production Assistant. In 2008, Ross and his wife, Melissa, moved to rural El Salvador to serve as Peace Corps volunteers for two years. He kept in touch with his agency family through email and an entertaining blog, and now we are thrilled to have Ross back.
As an account executive, Ross brings a passion for creativity and clear communication as well as the ability to be an efficient problem-solver, making him a great fit for Dearing Group and our clients.
Ross lives in West Lafayette with his wife, Melissa, and their dog, Tilly.
Education
BS - Advertising, Ball State University
Relevant professional experience
- Previously worked for the agency as a Creative Production Assistant.
- Served two years as a Peace Corps volunteer.
Why are you in this profession?
It allows me to balance my passion for creativity and clear communication with my desire to be a problem-solver as well as interact with people on a daily basis.
What are your career goals?
To never stop learning.
Why are you at Dearing Group?
Good people with a great product. Flossie is the icing on the cake.
What advertising campaign do you wish you had worked on?
Bud Light's "Real Men of Genius"
What makes a great brand?
A commitment to being the best it can be.
Significant other
Melissa
Children
Not yet.
Pets
Tilly (Maltipoo)
Where do you reside?
West Lafayette, Indiana
Hometown?
Fowler, Indiana
Astrological sign?
Taurus
What talent do you most wish you had?
I wish I could sing.
What is your most embarrassing moment?
In high school, I locked my keys in my car while it was still in gear, then was forced to watch it drive itself across the road and into a brick building.
What do you find extremely frustrating?
Ignorance, people cutting in line and unclear communication.
Favorite television show?
"30 Rock"
Favorite movie?
"Dumb & Dumber"
Favorite video game?
"Halo II"
Favorite board game?
"Monopoly"
Favorite cartoon?
"The Simpsons"
Favorite childhood meal?
Spaghetti
Favorite childhood pastime?
Sports (all of them).
Who is the best superhero?
Batman, because he gets it done without superhuman powers.
Favorite subject in elementary school?
Social Studies
What are your favorite Internet sites?
What is the best vacation you have ever taken?
Christmas in Belize (2009).
What is your favorite amusement park ride?
All of them, but only one per hour; I have a problem with motion sickness.
What is the weirdest thing you have ever eaten?
Guinea pig.
What words of wisdom changed your life?
“You learn the most from people who are not like you.”
What is your favorite sport to watch?
Football
What is your favorite sport to play?
Soccer
What is your most treasured possession?
My dog.
What is the worst gift you have ever received?
I received it too recently to mention it for fear the giver may read this.
What was your first job?
Shop clean-up boy at a car dealership.
What was your first car?
'91 Plymouth Acclaim.
What gadget could you not live without?
Cell phone.
What type of music do you like?
A little bit of everything, with the exception of almost every song on Earl’s playlist.
Late to bed or early to rise?
Depends on the day.
Three things you want to do someday?
- Start a family.
- Hunt elk out west.
- Visit Europe.
- Own a black '77 Pontiac Trans Am with T-tops, gold rims and a gold bird on the hood.
(Sorry. I could only narrow it down to four.)
What are your hobbies?
- Almost anything involving the great outdoors.
- Socializing
- Sports (both playing and watching).
