Ross Cochran is originally from Atlanta, Georgia. He graduated from the University of North Georgia with a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science. He visited Boston in the dead of winter in 2020 and instantly fell in love with the city. From this trip, he knew he wanted to move to Boston and serve its residents.

He received admittance to Northeastern University in late August 2021 and moved to Boston almost immediately. At Northeastern University, Ross is a candidate for a Master of Public Administration with a certificate in Policy Analysis.  

In his free time, Ross enjoys snowboarding, playing basketball and soccer, and diving too far into sports statistics. He also enjoys staying up to date with current events and volunteering with local political organizations and causes.