Ted Thurn

Ted Thurn, MPA, is a seasoned National Government Affairs Executive with over 25 years of experience in advocacy, policy development, and strategic execution. Having begun their career on political campaigns and as a staffer in the Illinois General Assembly, Thurn has held prominent roles in various organizations including the Institute of Real Estate Management and the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, where they directed initiatives impacting legislative agendas and maintained key relationships with government entities. Currently pursuing degrees in Political Science from Saint Xavier University and an M.S. in Public Administration from DePaul University, Thurn continues to drive transformation and enhance organizational goals through effective leadership and collaboration.