Nolan Ackerman

Nolan Ackerman grew up in Carmel, Indiana. He attended Ball State University and received a Bachelors of Science degree in Political Science and a Minor in Marketing. 

Nolan first got interested in politics during the run up to the 2016 presidential election. He then joined Turning Point USA while in College, made campaign calls for a local mayoral race, and started working at the Leadership Institute in 2023 as a Regional Field Coordinator. Nolan was made a Deputy Field Director in January of 2026. 

Nolan currently lives in Arlington, VA. with his wife and 2 cats. He enjoys hiking,photography, golf, fishing, and traveling.