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Kevin Mehren serves as Director of the Michigan Infrastructure Office, where he helps lead the state's strategy and implementation of more than $10 billion in infrastructure investments funded through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Inflation Reduction Act. In this role, Kevin oversees day-to-day operations, advises state leadership on infrastructure and workforce priorities, and works with federal, state, and local partners to advance projects that strengthen Michigan's economy, communities, and transportation systems.

Prior to becoming Director, Kevin served as Deputy Infrastructure Officer for the State of Michigan, helping coordinate statewide efforts related to energy, environment, broadband, water resources, and future mobility. His work has focused on maximizing federal funding opportunities, improving project delivery, and fostering collaboration across government agencies and stakeholder groups.

Before joining state government, Kevin spent more than six years with OurEnergyPolicy, where he held progressively senior leadership roles and helped advance national dialogue on energy policy, climate resilience, and infrastructure investment. Throughout his career, he has built expertise in public policy, program management, stakeholder engagement, strategic planning, and grant administration.

Kevin holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Michigan State University and a Master of Arts in Environmental Resource Policy from The George Washington University, with a focus on climate change and resilience.

As a member of the MAGMA Governing Board, Kevin brings expertise in infrastructure investment, public policy, energy systems, workforce strategy, and cross-sector collaboration to support Michigan's leadership in mobility innovation and economic growth.

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