Riley Tengwall joined the Virginia Athletics Foundation in July 2025 and currently serves as the Assistant Director of Donor Experiences. In this role, she supports athletic event planning, marketing and communications, and stewardship initiatives for the Sabre Society. She also assists with suite and premium space operations at Scott Stadium, John Paul Jones Arena, and Disharoon Park.
Prior to joining VAF, Riley was a part of the University of Tennessee Athletics FellowVol Program (August 2024 - June 2025). During the fellowship in Knoxville, she rotated through Human Resources/Administration, Marketing, Development, and Event Management, gaining comprehensive exposure to the day-to-day operations supporting competitive Division I athletic teams.
A native of Maryland's Eastern Shore, Riley earned her bachelor's degree in Sport Management and Business from the University of Georgia in May 2024, graduating magna cum laude. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, exploring local restaurants and shops, and spending time with friends and family.