Ben Frederick has a robust background in local governance and public service. He began his career in public service by working for three members of the Michigan Legislature. Frederick was elected to the city council in Owosso in 2007 and subsequently selected as mayor by the city council in 2009. Currently, he serves on the Board of Directors for the Michigan College Access Network and holds the position of Associate Vice President of Advocacy and Government Relations at Memorial Healthcare.

Ben Frederick combines local governance experience with broader policy advocacy, suggesting a strategic focus on regional issues. His involvement with the Michigan College Access Network and Memorial Healthcare indicates a commitment to education and healthcare, yet his legislative background hints at a broader, more systemic approach to policy. Frederick's tenure as mayor and city council member reveals a calculated effort to balance local interests with larger institutional commitments. His policy stances, while not explicitly detailed, hint at an ideologically agile approach, balancing regional needs with systemic advocacy.