Posted on Jul 27, 2017
Matt Varilek- Initiative Foundation.
Matt is from a small town near Yankton SD.  Matt attended Carlton College in Northfield, MN where he earned his degree in philosophy, he also took a year to study abroad in Paraguay.  After collage he was awarded the Ambassador Scholarship through Rotary. Receiving this scholarship had a major impact on his life and changed the trajectory of his path. After receiving the scholarship he studied economics at University of Glasgow in Scotland. Economics was not his first choice, but found a love for this study as well, this degree led him to where he is at today. 
Matt is the President of the Initiative Foundation, located in Little Falls MN. For over 30 years, the Initiative Foundation has empowered local people to build thriving communities across Central Minnesota. Matt and his team are in charge of 14 Counties in Central MN.
The Foundation focuses on :
1. Economy (business and jobs)
2. Community (quality of life)
3. Philanthropy, (giving and funds).
 
https://www.ifound.org/