Matt Ibbetson

Matt Ibbetson is a Partner at Ridgemont Equity Partners, a middle market private equity firm.12 He joined the company in July 2015 and leads Ridgemont's Portfolio Operations practice.1 In this role, he collaborates with company executives across various industry verticals to drive value creation initiatives.1

Professional Background

Education::

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the United States Naval Academy
• MBA from UCLA Anderson School of Management14

Career Progression::

1. United States Navy: Served as a nuclear submarine officer from September 2000 to April 2007.3
2. McKinsey & Company: Worked as an Engagement Manager from August 2007 to September 2013.3
3. Lear Corporation: Held the position of Global Purchasing Director - Electronics from November 2013 to July 2015.3
4. Ridgemont Equity Partners:
   • Joined as Vice President in July 2015
   • Promoted to Principal in 2018
   • Elevated to Partner in January 202225

Expertise and Responsibilities

Matt's background in consulting and operations, combined with his leadership experience from the Navy, makes him well-suited to collaborate with management teams to implement growth initiatives and enhance profit margins.1 At Ridgemont, he focuses on:

• Leading the Portfolio Operations practice
• Driving value creation initiatives across portfolio companies
• Collaborating with executives in various industry verticals

Personal Details

• LinkedIn Username: matt-ibbetson-141b7a3
• Location: Charlotte Metro area3
• Connections: 500+ on LinkedIn3

Matt Ibbetson's diverse experience in naval operations, consulting, and corporate leadership positions him as a valuable asset in Ridgemont Equity Partners' efforts to drive growth and operational improvements across their investment portfolio.