Fred DuVal is an entrepreneur, civic leader, advisor, and author. As the founder and President of DuVal and Associates, a firm he established in 2001, he provides strategic advice on government affairs and policy to various clients across industries such as healthcare, energy, infrastructure, and finance. Through his firm, he has helped organizations navigate the complexities of government relations in Washington, D.C., and state capitals nationwide.
DuVal has a distinguished career in public service. He is serving his second term as a Regent for the Arizona Board of Regents, a position he has held since 2007. He made history as the first individual in Arizona to be appointed to the Board by both Democratic and Republican governors. His leadership has been pivotal in advancing education policy in the state, focusing on improving access to higher education and enhancing its affordability and accountability. He has also played a key role in initiatives that promote seamless credit transfers between community colleges and universities.
In addition to his work with the Arizona Board of Regents, DuVal is involved in various leadership positions. He is a senior advisor to a leading global law firm and serves as Chairman of a publicly traded mining company. He also holds a directorship at a national auto dealership group. His broad experience in the public and private sectors has allowed him to manage complex projects and lead diverse organizations.
DuVal's experience in national politics includes serving as Deputy Assistant to the President for Intergovernmental Affairs during the Clinton administration. In this role, he worked with state governors and other elected officials to manage relationships between the federal and state governments. He shaped policies on welfare reform, education funding, and transportation. Before this, he served as Deputy Chief of Protocol for the United States, overseeing primary diplomatic visits and events.
DuVal is also an author, having written several books and articles, including a collection of op-eds and a book examining what makes Arizona an attractive place to live. His writings reflect his views on various issues, from education to clean energy. In addition to his professional achievements, he has supported numerous civic organizations and served on various nonprofit boards.
Fred DuVal earned a B.A. from Occidental College and a J.D. from Arizona State University College of Law. Born in New Jersey and raised in Tucson, Arizona, he has completed the Grand Canyon hike in the last five decades. He is married to a former director at Mayo Clinic, and together they have two sons. His ongoing work in leadership, public service, and his community continues to have a lasting impact.
