Ben Kanzeg

Ben Kanzeg works closely with university leaders to identify and articulate Ohio State’s public policy agenda across the entire spectrum of academic, research, and medical pursuits at the university.  Partnering with other members of the Government Affairs team, together, they develop, analyze, and implement strategies that effectively utilize Ohio State University’s resources to assist and inform community, state and federal decision-makers as they seek to solve our most challenging problems.  He also engages with associations, consortia and other organizations to advance the university’s agenda.

Prior to joining Ohio State in January 2016, Ben served as Deputy Director of Policy for former Ohio Governor John Kasich. He previously worked as a policy and political aide to Kasich and to former U.S. Congressman Pat Tiberi. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Cedarville University.