Meet the Rize Team

Princeton University

Laguna Beach, CA

Starburst Aerospace

Alana is passionate about working at Rize because she believes in the importance of educational access and is driven to build meaningful partnerships with colleges to help them offer the degrees and experiences students need to thrive both personally and professionally. Outside of work, she loves spending time with her incredible family and friends, exploring new communities and hidden food gems, sweating through hot yoga sculpt, and doing anything ocean- or water-related—as a proud retired water polo player.

Yale University

Brentwood, CA

McKinsey and Company, Yale Schwarzman Center, Google

Alec values education as both a path to becoming a well-rounded individual and a means to achieving economic mobility, and he sees these values reflected in his work at Rize. Outside of work, he enjoys watching movies, practicing film photography, exploring New York’s food scene, and traveling across the country and beyond to spend time with loved ones.

Yale University

Dallas, TX

Huron Consulting Group

Alena's passion for working at Rize stems from the belief that academic institutions and their students deserve success and fulfillment, and Rize provides a sustainable approach to making that possible. Outside of work, she enjoys immersing herself in a good mystery novel, experimenting with cooking, and playing basketball.

New York University

Orlando, FL

Section, Teachable

Alex is excited to work at Rize to help make college more accessible for everyone, both physically through online learning and financially through lower tuition and alternative college paths. Outside of work, they proudly call themselves a “professional nerd,” enjoying tabletop RPGs, video games, costume making, attending fan conventions, and writing.

Princeton University

Jackson, NJ

Boston Consulting Group; Success Academy Charter Schools

Alyssa's passion for her role at Rize is rooted in her love for crafting programs that are not only engaging and inspiring but also provide students with a valuable headstart towards building fulfilling careers. Outside of work, Alyssa enjoys painting, listening to comedy podcasts, and reading about architecture and urban planning.

Pontificia Universidade Catolica de Campinas

Sao Paulo, Brazil

Pure Charity; Sticker Mule

Andre's passion for working at Rize is fueled by the exceptional combination of intelligence and humility within the team, consistently proving the achievable in what was once deemed impossible. He considers it the best team he has ever worked with. Outside of work, Andre dedicates most of his spare time to his family, engaging in activities such as cooking and planning both real and aspirational trips.

Harvard University

Birmingham, MI

Column PBC

Ari is passionate about working at Rize because of its role in driving changes in higher education that prioritize student needs and outcomes. Outside of work, Ari enjoys going to movies and attending live concerts.

Minerva University

Raymore, MO

Microsoft Philanthropies; The City Government of Buenos Aires (SISU); Verto Education; TripleBlind

Audrey's passion for working at Rize is driven by the joy of creating opportunities for today's students, increasing access to the most in-demand skills of tomorrow. Outside of work, she curates an international collection of 'you had to be there' stories, assumes the role of a pretzel in Pilates class, and avidly explores the idea that coffee shops are the ideal venues for meeting future pen pals and lifelong collaborators.

Freed-Hardeman University

Philadelphia, PA

Ranker, Super Deluxe, The Onion, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon

Benjamin is passionate about working at Rize because he gets to audit dozens of hyper-specific courses and creatively explain them to students. Outside of work, he enjoys running, pizza-making, Star Trek, doing stand-up, and meeting cats.

University of Maryland

Silver Spring, MD

Booz Allen Hamilton

Billy's passion for working at Rize is driven by the desire to contribute to expanding access to education, be it through financial means, geographical reach, or other avenues. Outside of his professional pursuits, Billy maintains an active lifestyle, engaging in activities such as soccer, basketball, and leisurely walks to balance out his appreciation for the diverse culinary offerings of NYC.

Greensboro College; Duquesne University

Allentown, PA

Ruffalo Noel Levitz (RNL); Jacksonville University; Spring Hill College; Stetson University

Bob Stewart is a seasoned higher education professional with nearly two decades of enrollment experience in the industry. He has been a catalyst for enrollment growth and change for multiple institutions and now leads the Enrollment team at Rize, focusing on innovative solutions to maximize enrollment value and margins through meticulous data analysis and strategic execution. Outside of work, Bob enjoys coaching his son's baseball team and gearing up for his daughter's first foray into t-ball.

Syracuse University

Redding, CT

VMLY&R; Baruch College

Caleb's passion for working at Rize is driven by the intersection of his two major passions, Innovation, and Higher Education, and the gratification of contributing to the growth of Rize's partners. Beyond his professional pursuits, Caleb embraces the roles of an avid foodie and home chef, a snowboard enthusiast, and an aspiring golfer in his leisure time.