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Matt Dawson
Chief Executive Officer at Utility Global
Matt Dawson is the Founder and CEO of Utility Global, a company focused on developing and commercializing breakthrough clean energy technologies.2 He is a strategic business leader, venture capitalist, inventor, and technology manager with a passion for sustainability and energy.
Dawson has an impressive academic background, holding a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where he graduated at the top of his class.1 He also received his undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Colorado School of Mines.1
With over 20 years of experience in the energy industry, Dawson has:
- Filed more than 100 patent applications and publications1
- Founded several successful start-up companies2
- Held key leadership roles such as Director, CEO, CTO, and Manager in both small technology firms and large organizations2
At Utility Global, Dawson is leading the development of next-generation technologies, particularly focusing on the clean hydrogen electrolysis market with their breakthrough eXERO platform.2 The company aims to transform the energy landscape by producing clean hydrogen and chemicals from renewable feedstocks, reducing carbon footprint and production costs.2
Prior to founding Utility Global, Dawson's experience included roles at:
- ExxonMobil
- Lawrence Livermore National Labs
- MIT Investment Management Company1
Dawson's passion lies in identifying transformative markets, technologies, and strategies that positively impact people's lives. He is dedicated to inspiring teams and bringing next-generation technologies to market, with a focus on reshaping the energy sector through zero-carbon technologies.2