The Volcker Alliance Welcomes New Staff
The Volcker Alliance welcomed four dynamic staff members this spring!
Matan Ackelsberg joined the Alliance in April 2025 as a program assistant supporting the public sector talent work. Matan previously served as a constituent services intern in Senator Chris Murphy’s Hartford office and as a legislative intern in Senator Cory Booker’s Washington, D.C., office. Read his full bio here.
“I am thrilled to join the Volcker Alliance as a member of the Talent team. At this crucial moment for the public sector workforce, it is people like my new colleagues who will creatively and diligently do the work to make government better. I am already inspired by their intelligence, dedication, and character, and I cannot wait to continue learning from them. I am honored to be a part of this team and to help advance its mission.”
Divine Adeniyi joined the Alliance in March 2025 as a program assistant and supports the public finance and talent initiatives. Before joining the Alliance, Divine served as a research intern at the Brookings Institution, where she supported Ambassador (ret.) Norman Eisen's research portfolio on election law, government accountability, and the rule of law. Read her full bio here.
“As someone passionate about helping young people see their power in shaping policy and governance, it is an immense privilege to be working within an organization that is committed to these values."
Peyton Marshak joined the Alliance in May 2025 as a program assistant supporting the public service education portfolio. Prior to joining the Alliance, Peyton was a Zero Hunger Intern at the Congressional Hunger Center, working to support the USDA’s School Meals Policy Team in ensuring that every child in America has access to nutritious food. Read his full bio here.
“I am delighted to be joining the Volcker Alliance’s Public Service Education team. Having long aspired to a career in government, I’m enthusiastic about joining an organization and team that helps prepare and uplift future public servants. The Volcker Alliance represents a meaningful next step in my career, and I’m eager to begin working toward strengthening the future of the government workforce.”
Nathalia Trujillo joined the Alliance in May 2025 as an associate director, focusing primarily on the Volcker Alliance’s Public Finance initiatives. Before joining the Alliance, Nathalia worked as a program manager in international development, implementing USAID-funded education programs across Latin America, Sub-Saharan Africa, and the Middle East. Read her full bio here.
“I am excited to join the Volcker Alliance's Public Finance Team, where I can integrate my passion for education with a commitment to sound fiscal governance. My experience in education has shown me that effective budgeting and fiscal responsibility are essential for governments to deliver the services that enable children to thrive. At the Volcker Alliance, I look forward to contributing to initiatives that promote transparent budgeting and sustainable public finance practices, ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed."
