Paul Gibbins currently serves as the Regional Director for Polk County. In this role within Iowa State University (ISU) Extension and Outreach, Gibbins provides leadership by ensuring the Polk County Extension council meets their obligations as an elected body and oversees educational programming and delivery to meet the needs of the residents in the region.

Gibbins is also responsible for initiating strategies to grow and develop area volunteer and partner networks, identify innovate methods and opportunities to reach all Iowans especially those who are under-served and under-represented, and manage the Region’s staff, finances, contracts, and grant opportunities.

Paul lives in Des Moines with his wife Beth and has four adult children.  He enjoys being outside, riding his bicycle and spending time with family and friends.