Patrick Langbein (he/him)
Events and Communications Manager

Patrick Langbein is the Events and Communications Manager for RiseUp Partnership. In his role, he supports event planning and communications for the organization. He also works with the afterschool program to support youth who are in recovery or who are impacted by addiction in their lives.

Patrick has years of experience in the recovery field, most recently as a peer supporter. His perspective as someone who is also in recovery helps him empathize with the struggles of the youth he works with, and he is committed to helping people understand that past mistakes do not define them. He is passionate about helping people find the support they need so that they can truly flourish. His role focuses on building positive relationships, promoting healthy coping skills, and helping teens make informed decisions that reduce the risk of substance use and abuse.

Patrick holds an MBA  and BAs in Business Administration and Organizational Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. He lives in River Falls, and he enjoys cooking, movies, and exploring new restaurants in his spare time.