Dustin brings extensive public policy and executive leadership experience to our fellowship. As a former small business owner, bank and nonprofit executive, and public servant at all levels of government, Dustin’s career reflects a deep commitment to practical solutions for complex challenges.
Elected to the Aurora City Council in Colorado’s third-largest city, Dustin served as an At-Large member and Mayor Pro Tem. He played a pivotal role in addressing homelessness by traveling to cities across the country to study various strategies and best practices. His efforts culminated in authoring the resolution that ensured the Aurora Regional Navigation Campus for the homeless remained committed to a “work-first” model. This strategy emphasized treatment, personal accountability, and a structured path to self-sufficiency. Dustin chaired the Management and Finance and Public Safety Committees and represented Aurora on the boards of the Aurora Economic Development Council and the Fitzsimons Innovation Community, a hub for health and life sciences.
Dustin’s broader experience includes serving as a District and Communications Director for a Member of Congress, Policy Director for the Colorado State Senate Minority Leader, and Vice President of Strategy and Innovation for a national nonprofit, where he drove strategic growth and organizational innovation.
A graduate of Colorado State University, Dustin lives in Southeast Aurora with his wife, Ann, and their four children. An avid runner and fitness enthusiast, he balances his professional endeavors with a passion for family and community engagement.