Patrick Rossol-Allison

Associate Vice President, Strategic Partnerships and Enterprise Collaborations

Arizona State University

Patrick Rossol-Allison is the Associate Vice President at Arizona State University (ASU), where he was instrumental in launching the Learning Enterprise. This initiative connects learners at all stages, from K–12 and degree seekers to mid-career professionals to economic opportunity. Patrick oversees enterprise-wide planning across ASU’s 19 schools and leads strategic partnerships with global corporations, foundations, and governments.

Key Innovations at ASU
He has developed several pioneering learning solutions, including:
Accelerate ASU: A scalable dual-enrollment solution.
ASU Local: A unique hybrid college model.
ASU for Life: An AI-native learning platform designed for lifelong engagement.

Previous Experience
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation: As Senior Program Officer, he directed national investments and initiatives to improve college completion in partnership with Harvard University and the Aspen Institute.
Johnson County Community College: He led strategy and accreditation for one of the U.S.'s largest community colleges and launched national research initiatives involving over 25% of all U.S. community colleges.

Patrick’s work has secured significant support from the Gates Foundation, Ascendium, the Rob Walton Foundation, and various government agencies. Originally from Germany, he has lived and worked in Costa Rica, Canada, and the United States.