Jared N. Zurn, AIA, NCARB, CAE, Senior Vice President, Programs, joined the Council in 2008 working in ARE development. As Vice President, Examination, since 2013, he oversaw all aspects of the examination including the development, operations, security, and implementation of ARE 5.0. Promoted to Sr. Vice President in 2024, Zurn collaborates across the Council on the evolution of current programs that support licensure and the ongoing development of licensure processes for the future.
Before joining NCARB, Zurn operated a sole proprietorship in northwest Minnesota. He also served as faculty of the Architectural Technology program and division chair at Minnesota State Community and Technical College where he led in the areas of curriculum development, course assessment, and program outcome assessment. Zurn earned his professional degree from North Dakota State University, a Master of Public Administration degree from Old Dominion University and is a Certified Association Executive.