10/27/2025
💙 In Memory of Dr. Geraldo “Gerry” Matos
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of our colleague and friend, Dr. Geraldo “Gerry” Matos, Associate Professor of Marketing in the Mario J. Gabelli School of Business at Roger Williams University.
For over a decade, Gerry inspired our community with his energy, creativity, and care. Whether teaching Marketing, Sports Marketing, or Advertising, he brought real-world insight and heart to every class. As faculty advisor to the RWU American Advertising Federation (AAF), he led students to national success — including a first-place win in the 2020 National Student Advertising Competition. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Gerry will be remembered for his humor, kindness, and generosity. He touched countless lives and will be deeply missed.
A memorial service celebrating his life will be held on Friday, November 14, 2025, from 1:00–2:30 p.m. in the North Campus Residence Hall Great Room at Roger Williams University, Bristol campus.
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of our colleague and friend, Dr. Geraldo “Gerry” Matos, Associate Professor of Marketing in the Mario J. Gabelli School of Business.
Professor Matos has been a valued member of the Roger Williams University community for more than a decade, whose energy, creativity, and care touched so many students and colleagues. Whether teaching Marketing, Sports Marketing, or Advertising, he brought real-world insight and heart to every class. As faculty advisor to the RWU American Advertising Federation (AAF) chapter, he mentored students to national success year after year, including a first-place win in the 2020 National Student Advertising Competition.
Before joining RWU, Professor Matos built a distinguished career in marketing, serving as Senior Vice President of Marketing for New Era Cap and contributing to major brands such as Dr. Scholl’s, Coppertone, and Fisher-Price. His professional expertise and academic insight made him an exceptional educator who bridged theory and practice with passion and purpose.
Beyond the classroom, Professor Matos was known for his humor, generosity, and warmth. He loved to travel, play golf, and connect with those around him. He will be deeply missed across our campus and beyond.
A memorial service to celebrate his life and legacy will be held on Friday, November 14, 2025, from 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. in the North Campus Residence Hall Great Room.
