Matt Hunckler

Matt Hunckler is the CEO of Powderkeg, a platform that connects high-growth tech ventures with essential resources to help them scale beyond Silicon Valley. He has held this position since July 2017 and is based in Indianapolis, Indiana. Under his leadership, Powderkeg has grown to over 10,000 active members, offering a suite of resources including local events, a member platform, and media outreach to support tech entrepreneurs.12

Before founding Powderkeg, Hunckler was the founder of Verge, a community aimed at supporting entrepreneurs, which he led from August 2009 to July 2017. His career also includes roles such as Vice President of Product at Social Reactor and Director of Marketing at Digital Relevance.1 Hunckler is recognized for his commitment to fostering connections among tech leaders and entrepreneurs, helping them navigate the challenges of building meaningful businesses.12