Matt grew up in Cranston, Rhode Island, and graduated from Northeastern University in Boston. After working on Elizabeth Warren’s 2012 campaign for U.S. Senate in Massachusetts, he served in Senator Warren’s D.C. office in several communications positions, most recently as press secretary and speechwriter. A Harry S. Truman Scholar, Matt’s academic and professional interests center on social policy, urban policy, public administration and organizational management. His focus areas include developing affordable housing and strengthening the social safety net. This past summer, Matt interned with the Housing and Community Development Network of New Jersey in Trenton, where he provided research support for the Network’s policy and advocacy staff. Matt lives with his wife Noreen, daughter Grace, and pet rabbit Martini -- once voted “Cutest Exotic Pet” on Capitol Hill. In his free time, he enjoys running and cycling along the D&R Canal, spinning indie folk and Americana LPs, and cheering on Boston’s sports teams.