Aaron Hake serves as the Deputy Executive Director at the Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC) since March 2006, overseeing express toll lanes, finance, multi-modal services, planning, fund programming, and habitat conservation efforts. Hake has held several key positions within RCTC, including Interim Regional Conservation Deputy Executive Director, where leadership was provided for the largest multiple-species habitat conservation plan in the United States. Previously, Hake has been involved in external affairs, advocating for transportation funding, and serving as a Planning Commissioner for both Riverside County and the City of Corona. Educational qualifications include a Master’s in Public Administration from the University of Southern California and a Bachelor’s in Political Science and Philosophy from American University, along with specialized training at Harvard Kennedy School.