Trustee Area 5 (Term ends 2028)
Trustee Josh Mazur, representing Area 5, is a business owner, community leader, and longtime supporter of MiraCosta College who brings more than 25 years of experience in business, real estate development, technology, construction, and fiscal oversight to the Board of Trustees.
Mazur has a longstanding connection to MiraCosta College and a demonstrated commitment to educational opportunity throughout North County. He currently serves on the MiraCosta College Foundation Board of Directors and previously chaired the District's Measure MM Independent Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee (ICBOC), where he provided independent oversight of the District's $455 million voter-approved bond program. During his six years of service on the committee, he reviewed financial and performance audits, conducted campus project site visits, and helped ensure transparency and accountability in the use of public funds.
Beyond his service to MiraCosta College, Mazur has held leadership roles with numerous community organizations, including the Carlsbad Education Foundation, the Carlsbad Chamber Community Foundation, and the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce, where he served as Board Chair in 2021. Throughout his career, he has worked to strengthen connections between education, workforce development, and regional economic opportunity.
As a successful entrepreneur, licensed general contractor, and licensed real estate broker, Mazur has extensive experience managing complex projects, overseeing budgets, and making strategic decisions that balance innovation with fiscal responsibility. His professional background includes commercial real estate development, construction, technology consulting, and business operations.
A resident of North County and father of three, Mazur believes education is one of the most important investments a community can make. He is committed to supporting MiraCosta College's mission to expand access to higher education, strengthen workforce pathways, and create opportunities for student success throughout the region.
"I believe education transforms lives and strengthens communities," said Mazur. "I am honored to serve as a Trustee and help ensure MiraCosta College continues providing exceptional opportunities for students today and for generations to come."
