Jared Polis

Jared Schutz Polis is an American politician, entrepreneur and philanthropist who has served as the 43rd governor of Colorado since January 2019.

Jared Schutz Polis is an American politician, entrepreneur and philanthropist who has served as the 43rd governor of Colorado since January 2019. A Democrat, he previously represented Colorado's 2nd congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2009 to 2019. He is the first openly gay man elected governor of a U.S. state and the first Jewish governor of Colorado.

Early life and education

Polis was born in Boulder, Colorado, in 1975 and later earned a bachelor's degree from Princeton University in 1996. During college, he co-founded an internet service provider that later became American Information Systems.

Business career

Before entering full-time elective office, Polis worked as an entrepreneur and philanthropist. He is associated with several internet and consumer businesses, including ProFlowers.

Political career

Polis served on the Colorado State Board of Education before winning election to Congress in 2008. He represented Colorado's 2nd congressional district for five terms before being elected governor in 2018.

Governor of Colorado

Polis took office in January 2019 and won a second term in 2022. His administration has focused on education, health care, climate policy and taxes, and he became one of the most nationally prominent Democratic governors.