Matthew has 25+ years of program management experience in international development. He has spent the past 10+ years advancing youth economic opportunities, and is especially passionate about the power of youth and sport to drive social change. Matthew currently serves as Regional Director for Africa & Middle East at the International Youth Foundation, providing technical and operational oversight of a $30M program portfolio. He is also Co-Chair for the Society for International Development’s Youth in Development workgroup. Matthew holds a BA from Brandeis University and an MA from the Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS).