Matt Ippolito

Matt Ippolito is a proven leader with 14 years of experience in strategy, operations, and finance.

With a background spanning two different industries, Matt has sold five companies and played a pivotal role in the sale of RYOT to Verizon / AOL in 2016.

Transitioning from the interim CFO to the COO at RYOT, Matt spearheaded strategy, operations, and business development, demonstrating his prowess in building collaborative teams, managing substantial budgets, and implementing HR and finance systems.

His approach is data-driven, goal-oriented, and respects the creative process, excelling in negotiating complex partnerships, establishing decision-making systems, and coaching individuals to grow and excel.

Matt thrives in dynamic environments of all company sizes, where adaptability and discipline are paramount, leveraging his education from Yale University and the University of Michigan's Ross School of Business.

His expertise lies in strategy, finance, operations, scaling, M&A, startups, and content.

Matt has also been involved in various roles and organizations such as Co-Founder & Partner at SecondNature, Strategic Consultant, Chief Operating Officer at RYOT Films, Associate at US Renewables Group, and more.