Jack Waldorf, born and raised in Colorado, became WGA’s sixth Executive Director in 2023 following nearly a decade at the University of Colorado (CU) System, where he led the federal relations activities for the four-campus system. Prior to joining CU, Jack worked in both the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate, where he focused on policies related to education, health care, and transportation, among other key issues affecting the West.
Jack holds a B.A. in Political Science from CU Boulder and a Master’s in Public Administration from CU Denver’s School of Public Affairs. An outdoor enthusiast and passionate sports fan, Jack enjoys hiking and skiing with his wife, Monica, and their three boys (and black Labrador), while fiercely rooting for his favorite teams - Go Broncos, Buffs, Nuggets, Rockies and Avalanche!