Mayor of Culver City
Freddy Puza is currently the mayor of Culver City, where he also serves as a councilmember. During his time in office, he has focused on addressing the issues that matter most to residents: improving neighborhood livability, expanding housing affordability, protecting renters, supporting small businesses, investing in safe transportation options, advancing climate action, and strengthening Culver City's vibrant arts and cultural community.
Freddy is a dedicated higher education professional with more than 20 years of experience in community engagement and communications/marketing. He also serves as the director of Community Relations at LMU, where he works to strengthen partnerships between the university and the broader Los Angeles community. His role focuses on fostering collaboration, elevating the university’s reputation, and supporting initiatives that advance LMU’s strategic interests and align with the university’s mission.
Throughout his tenure at LMU, Puza has been instrumental in developing programs that connect students, faculty, and staff with local organizations, enhancing LMU’s role as a community leader. He currently sits on the Neighborhood Council of Westchester/Playa, the board of the LAX Coastal Chamber of Commerce, and is a member of the Westchester Rotary Club. His work reflects LMU’s values of educating the whole person, encouraging ethical leadership, and promoting social responsibility.
Puza holds a B.A. in Theatre Arts from California State University, Fullerton, and an M.A. in English Literature from LMU, and brings a creative and dynamic perspective to his work at LMU. In his spare time, he is an avid cyclist, and cherishes his role as uncle and godfather. He is also a devoted dog lover.