Direct: (209) 262-0290

College: California Polytechnic State University
Hometown: Turlock, California

Matt Ries

Special Events Coordinator

Matthew attended California Polytechnic State University, where he studied business administration and financial management and became a member of the Iota Iota Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi. He joined staff in 2025 as a special events coordinator. In this role, he manages logistics and compliance, supports staff and crew training, oversees equipment and travel arrangements, and helps ensure the success of events for The Ability Experience.  

Favorite Quote: “Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes.” – Carl Jung 

Matthew can help you with The Ability Experience Challenges as well as summer events.