Ben Zumbahlen

Ben Zumbahlen serves as a State Relations Associate at the Education Commission of the States since April 2022. With extensive experience in various roles, Ben has been involved in the United States Army Reserve as a Psychological Operations specialist since December 2017, gaining expertise in communication tactics and public relations. Previous positions include Program Assistant at the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies, where responsibilities involved bill tracking and policy research, and Student Events Programmer at the Community College of Denver, focusing on event planning and marketing. Additional experience as a Digital Media Assistant at Auraria Library and eLearning Assistant at Arapahoe Community College showcased skills in customer support and document accessibility. Ben is currently pursuing a Master of Public Administration at the University of Colorado Denver, expected to graduate in December 2024, following a Bachelor’s degree completed at the same institution and an Associate's degree in Music from Arapahoe Community College.