Kyle Garber

"I joined the Center because I saw an opportunity to dedicate myself to something larger than myself. To work here, in service of the mission, is an honor and responsibility as a patriot. It's not just a job - it's a calling. My ancestors, of German and Norwegian peasant stock, saw something in this place that animated them to be exceptional.  To leave behind something better than what they had started with. I think that is the power of the American Dream - it resonates beyond our shores; it represents hope, belonging, and the intoxicating opportunity for the exceptional. The task of extending these ideas of hope and belonging is a gargantuan one these days; but it is one that is worthwhile and greatly needed. I could not ask for a better organization to be a part of to advance the dream."

Kyle joins the Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream as our new Special
Projects Manager. He most recently served as Deputy White House Liaison to the
Environmental Protection Agency assisting with agency operations, staffing, and
transition. Prior to the EPA, Kyle was at the National Geographic Society's Museum
from 2012 to 2020; where he served as Manager of Visitor Experience, handling
museum/event operations, exhibit rotation, hiring, tours, volunteer, and staff
management. He also spearheaded projects across the Society's Campus to revamp
the volunteer program, reformat Visitor Services into Visitor Experience, and
implement a VIP campus tour program.

Kyle holds a B.A. in History from American University. He has keen interests in
practical self-defense, philosophy, and safety training; and frequently serves as an
instructor. He currently resides in Arlington, Virginia.