Matthew Barry

About Matthew Barry

Builder at heart with a career defined by turning big ideas into scalable ventures. I bring a strategic, data-driven lens to organizational growth — from leading teams through complex change to directing capital toward transformative social outcomes — always with an eye on lasting, measurable impact.

Experience

1. CEO

   Trails

   Apr 2026 — Present

   Leading the digital transformation of TRAILS — migrating our proven, school-based mental health tools into a scalable digital product that makes it easier for every adult in the classroom to deliver evidence-based, CBT-grounded support and drive better outcomes for youth. My focus is transforming how schools access and use TRAILS\' resources, moving from static materials to an integrated digital experience that scales equitably and sustainably.

Education

• University of Colorado Denver

  Masters Degree, Urban and Regional Planning, Economic Development

  1999 — 2002

• Truman State University

  BS, History

  1995 — 1998

Skills

• Capacity Building
• Philanthropy
• Leadership
• Grant Writing
• Public Policy
• Data Visualization
• Grants
• Research
• Community Outreach
• Community Development
• Information Management
• Analysis
• Social Research
• Gis Analysis
• Strategy
• Community Organizing
• Government
• Nonprofits
• Program Development
• Data Analysis
• Board Development
• Gis
• Education Reform
• Non-Profits
• Economic Development
• Fundraising
• Entrepreneurship
• Program Evaluation
• Poverty Reduction
• Social Change
• Public Speaking
• Policy
• Nonprofit Organizations
• Social Entrepreneurship