In the US, youth and family researcher Smarty Pants has promoted Jethro Israel to the role of Market Research Analyst.

The company, which has headquarters in Johnson City, TN and offices in seven other US cities, works on brand positioning, new product development, consumer lifestyle and trend research. Israel (pictured) joined as a Research Associate last year, having previously served as Adjunct Professor of US History at Eastern Florida State College. Before this, he was a high school History Teacher at Brevard County, Florida, having begun his career as the Dean of Student Advisement and Residential Life for educational non-profit New Jersey SEEDS.

In a statement, Smarty Pants said: 'Jethro continues to demonstrate research and business savvy in all that he does, and we are thrilled to support his growth. He's respected and adored by colleagues and clients alike.'

Web site: www.asksmartypants.com .

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