Princeton University

Peter J. Madonia is Chief Operating Officer, Rockefeller Foundation. He joined the Rockefeller Foundation in February 2006. 

As Chief Operating Officer, Madonia provides leadership and strategic direction for financial and operational functions at the Foundation. He oversees several areas, including human and financial resources, information technology, facilities and office services, records management and library services. He also supervises the Foundation’s regional offices in Nairobi, Kenya; Bangkok, Thailand; and the Bellagio Study and Conference Center in Bellagio, Italy.

Prior to joining the Rockefeller Foundation, Madonia served as chief of staff to New York City Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg, a position he was appointed to after serving as senior advisor to the Bloomberg for Mayor campaign. Madonia’s previous experience in New York City government included serving as first deputy commissioner of the Fire Department, deputy commissioner for budget and operations at the Department of Buildings, and chief of staff to the deputy mayor for operations.

Madonia received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Fordham University, where he has taught urban studies as an adjunct professor. He also has a Master in Urban Studies degree from the University of Chicago.