Rigaud Noel joined New Settlement as our Executive Director in November, 2020. Rigaud comes to New Settlement with a strong track record in providing children, youth and families opportunities for educational and career advancement to help them succeed in school, work and life. Over the last 20 years, he has served in senior management and executive positions at various non-profits across New York City. Most recently, Rigaud served as Chief Partnership Officer at New York Edge, one of the largest after-school providers in New York State. During his tenure, he was able to secure over $6 million in new funding, establish new partnerships with schools, colleges/universities and community-based organizations, as well as successfully serve as a steering committee member with the board of directors, assisting in the completion of a three-year strategic plan. Prior to New York Edge, Rigaud directed youth programs with the Police Athletic League, Madison Square Boys Club and Children’s Aid. He is a graduate of Syracuse University with an MPA from Villanova University.