Matt Furman

Matt Furman is the Vice President of Public and Government Affairs at ExxonMobil, a position he has held since April 2022.13 He joined ExxonMobil after a successful career in corporate communications and public affairs across various industries.

Career History

Prior to joining ExxonMobil, Furman had an extensive career in communications and public affairs:

Best Buy:: He served as Chief Communications and Public Affairs Officer from June 2012 to April 2022.3 During his tenure, he oversaw internal and external communications, government affairs, corporate responsibility, sustainability, and corporate giving.2

Mars Chocolate:: Furman held the position of Vice President of Corporate Affairs from 2010 to 2012.3

Google:: He worked as Head of Corporate Communications from 2007 to 2010.3

CNN News Group:: Furman was Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications from 2001 to 2005.3

Public Sector Experience

Before his corporate career, Furman held several positions in the public sector:

• Press Secretary/Director of Communications at FEMA during the Clinton Administration (2000-2001)3
• Press Secretary at the New York City Mayor's Office of Emergency Management during the Giuliani Administration (1998-2000)3
• Director of Communications for the Federal Emergency Management Agency1
• Special Counsel and Spokesman for the National Transportation Safety Board1

Education

Furman holds a Juris Doctor from the American University, Washington College of Law, and a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and History from Binghamton University.23

Current Role at ExxonMobil

As Vice President of Public and Government Affairs at ExxonMobil, Furman is responsible for enhancing the company's corporate communications.1 He was elected to this position effective April 1, 2022, replacing Suzanne McCarron, who retired after 24 years of service.12