Matt Rogers
About Matt Rogers
Matt Rogers serves as the Director of Strategy at the Urban Institute, a position he has held since 2022. He has extensive experience in policy management and strategic initiatives, having worked in various roles at the Urban Institute and ActBlue.
Work at Urban Institute
Matt Rogers has been serving as the Director of Strategy at the Urban Institute since 2022. In this role, he utilizes his management instincts and policy knowledge to develop and implement strategic initiatives. Prior to this position, he held multiple roles at the Urban Institute, including Deputy Chief of Staff and Senior Policy Program Manager from 2018 to 2021, and Senior Advisor for Institutional Initiatives from 2021 to 2022. He also worked as a Strategic Initiatives Manager and Institute Associate, contributing to various projects and policy initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Matt Rogers earned a Master of Public Policy (MPP) from Georgetown University, where he studied from 2011 to 2013. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Politics from Brandeis University, which he completed from 2004 to 2008. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in public policy and political analysis, enhancing his capabilities in strategic planning and policy development.
Background
Before his tenure at the Urban Institute, Matt Rogers worked at ActBlue, where he held several positions, including Political Constituencies Coordinator, Deputy Political Director, and Political Associate from 2008 to 2011. His experience at ActBlue provided him with insights into political organizing and campaign strategy. Additionally, he has served on the board of ActBlue Charities since 2015, contributing to philanthropic efforts.
Achievements
During his career, Matt Rogers has collaborated with the US Partnership on Mobility from Poverty to develop new policy initiatives. He played a key role in managing the transition of over 600 staff to remote work during the pandemic, demonstrating his leadership and adaptability in challenging circumstances. His work reflects a commitment to effective policy solutions and organizational management.