Originally from Buffalo, NY, Matt Gladdek learned a love of unique urban spaces from a young age. He received his undergrad degree in political science and spent four years working as a policy analyst in the Massachusetts state legislature. After this, he came to UNC to do a dual Master’s degree in City & Regional Planning and Public Administration with a concentration in community development.
After graduating from UNC, Matt spent five years working for Downtown Durham, Inc. in multiple roles before accepting the Executive Director position at the Chapel Hill Downtown Partnership at the beginning of 2019.