Tristam Mizak

Tristam Mizak has a diverse work experience, starting with their current role as the Urban County Executive Director at the USDA. In this position, they serve as a leader for a pilot urban agriculture USDA Service Center, expand the Farm Service Agency's customer base in the Cleveland area, and assist farmers in accessing Federal Farm Bill programs and NRCS resource conservation programs.

Prior to this, Tristam worked as a County Executive Director-in-Training at the USDA, where they received practical experience with Farm Bill programming and county office management. They also networked with various agricultural organizations and assisted with environmental quality review for Farm Loan Staff.

Tristam's previous experience includes working as a Content Administrator at Dignitas, where they edited written content, provided peer advice on identifying trends, and assisted in the transition to a new website and content management system.

They also worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at Texas A&M University's Bush School of Government and Public Service, conducting literature reviews, data cleaning, and editing tasks related to political polarization and the use of narratives in influencing individuals.

Lastly, Tristam worked as a Contact Representative at DFAS, corresponding with military personnel and retirees to review pay accounts and resolve financial issues.

Overall, Tristam Mizak's work experience demonstrates a range of skills and expertise in various fields, including agriculture, content management, research, and customer service.

Tristam Mizak completed their Bachelor of Arts degree in International Relations at the University of Rochester from 2010 to 2014. Following this, from 2018 to 2020, they pursued a Master of International Affairs degree in the field of International Development and Economic Policy at Texas A&M University - The Bush School of Government and Public Service. Prior to their university education, Tristam attended Geneva High School from 2006 to 2010.