Matthew Scott

AFWERX Austin Innovation Director

Matthew Scott is a key figure in the U.S. Air Force's innovation and technology initiatives, particularly within AFWERX and AFVentures. Here's a comprehensive overview of his role and background:

Professional Role

Matthew Scott serves as the AFWERX Austin Director, where he plays a crucial role in investing in early-stage companies that provide solutions to global challenges.1 As part of AFVentures at AFWERX, he leads efforts in investing in technologies with aerospace and defense applications.

Military Background

Matthew is an Air Force Reservist.1
He completed his service as an active duty officer in the United States Air Force before transitioning to his current role.1

AFWERX Involvement

Matthew is a founding member of AFWERX, an Air Force technology organization that was named #16 Best Workplace for Innovators by Fast Company in 2020.1
He has been instrumental in showcasing AFWERX's innovations to top Air Force leadership. In August 2020, he hosted a visit from the Secretary of the Air Force, Chief of Staff of the Air Force, and Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force at the AFWERX Austin Hub.2

Education and Qualifications

He holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in operations research.1
After his active duty service, Matthew pursued additional education in financial analysis and accounting.1
He is currently working towards obtaining his Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) and Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certifications.1

Additional Experiences

Matthew participated in the University of Texas Venture Labs program, where he worked as a Principal leading a team in strategic business case development for post-revenue companies.1
During his Air Force career, he completed an NSA-sponsored graduate thesis on modeling and optimization of large data sets.1
He has experience in managing relationships with foreign liaisons, private defense companies, and the U.S. government.1

Matthew Scott's diverse background in military service, technology innovation, and business development positions him as a key player in bridging the gap between the Air Force's needs and cutting-edge technological solutions from the private sector.