Meet Josh Fryday, State of California COO — Bio + How to Reach Out

Last updated: 2025-11-10

Who is Josh Fryday?

Josh Fryday is a dedicated public servant, Navy veteran, and politician currently running for California Lieutenant Governor in 2026. He has served as California’s Chief Service Officer and has a background in government leadership, philanthropy, and military service. Fryday is committed to civic engagement and community empowerment.

Josh Fryday's Work History

Josh Fryday has a diverse career in public service, government leadership, and nonprofit work. He has held roles such as Chief Service Officer for California, Mayor of Novato, and COO of NextGen Climate, with a focus on civic engagement, climate change, and community upliftment.

• Sep 2019 - Chief Service Officer, California Volunteers, Office of the Governor
• Nov 2015 - Sep 2019 - Mayor & City Council Member, City of Novato
• Aug 2016 - Aug 2019 - President, Golden State Opportunity
• 2013 - Jun 2016 - Chief Operating Officer, NextGen Climate
• 2009 - 2013 - JAG Corps Officer, U.S. Navy
• May 2008 - Aug 2008 - Legal Clerk, U.S. Department of Justice
• 2008 - 2008 - Legal Clerk, San Francisco District Attorney’s Office

Josh Fryday's Education

Josh Fryday earned a J.D. from UC Berkeley School of Law, where he focused on Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources Law. He holds a B.S. in Political Science and Philosophy from UC Berkeley. He also attended Terra Linda High School.

• UC Berkeley School of Law - J.D. in Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources Law (2006 - 2009)
• UC Berkeley - B.S. in Political Science and Philosophy (1999 - 2003)
• Terra Linda High School - (1996 - 1999)

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