Matt Rizzo

Matt Rizzo is an accomplished advancement professional with extensive leadership experience in higher education and non-profit sectors. Currently serving as Vice President for Development at Dartmouth College since 2020, Rizzo has previously held significant roles including Vice President for Institutional Advancement at Bennington College, where the focus was on building a transformative campaign. Prior positions include Associate Vice President for Development at Brown University, overseeing a large development team and managing relationships with high net worth individuals, as well as serving as Vice President for External Relations at Vermont Law School. Rizzo began a career in non-profit leadership with roles such as Executive Director of First Night Burlington Inc. and Founder of the American Student-Athlete Association. Rizzo holds a B.A. in History from Denison University.