Benjamin Fresquez

Benjamin Fresquez has extensive experience in program management and community engagement, currently serving as Senior Program Manager at The Aspen Institute since April 2017. In this role, Benjamin supports innovative initiatives such as the American Talent Initiative and the Transfer Scholars Network, focusing on access, student success, equity, and community college transfer reform. Prior experience includes roles as Program Manager at The Aspen Institute, IGNITE Initiative Coordinator at United Way of El Paso County, Supervisor of Volunteer Services at El Paso Children's Hospital, and various positions at YWCA El Paso del Norte Region and The University of Texas at El Paso. Benjamin holds a Bachelor of Science in Health Promotion from The University of Texas at El Paso, earned between 2002 and 2006.