Matt Thompson

Tech private equity and venture capital professional with extensive experience in corporate development and finance

Matt Thompson is a skilled professional with a proven track record in unlocking value through growth opportunities and innovative strategies.

He has a diverse educational background, holding a B.S. in Marketing and an MBA from prestigious institutions like the University of Texas at Dallas and UCLA Anderson School of Management.

With experience in both Fortune 500 organizations and new ventures, Matt has honed his expertise in transforming business models and driving operational efficiency.

His career spans across reputable organizations like Deloitte, BCG Digital Ventures, Boston Consulting Group, Accenture, and more.

Matt Thompson's past roles include positions such as Investor at Anderson Venture Impact Partners and Management Consultant at various renowned firms.

His proficiency in digital strategy, marketing automation, and growth strategies underscores his ability to thrive in dynamic and fast-paced environments.

Throughout his career, Matt has showcased a talent for formulating data-driven insights and fostering growth in challenging and ambiguous settings.

Matt Thompson's background in business administration, management, and marketing positions him as a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of market dynamics and operational excellence.

Experience

Corp Dev: Head of M&A Diligence and Integration at Liftoff Mobile (July 2023 - Present)

Private Equity - Business Development Principal at Amazon Web Services (AWS) (April 2022 - July 2023), Senior Vice President, Private Equity and Venture Capital Investor; Head of ESG at Skyview Capital (January 2012 - April 2022), Board Member at Pr3vent INC (February 2019 - March 2022), Board Observer at SilkTech Biopharmaceuticals (January 2018 - March 2022), Vice President Finance - Private Equity at The Gores Group (November 2009 - January 2012), Director - TMT Consulting at FTI Consulting (January 2009 - November 2009), Director - Business and Corporate Development at Sony Pictures Entertainment (February 2006 - January 2009), Chief Financial Officer at Megapixi (June 2006 - September 2008), Sr. Associate at Alvarez & Marsal (September 2004 - March 2006), Investment Banking Summer Associate at JPMorgan Chase & Co. (June 2005 - August 2005), Manager at PwC (February 2001 - June 2002), Manager Corporate Development at Flashcom (November 1999 - February 2001)

Education

MBA in Business from Stanford Business School, Certificate in Innovative Manufacturing from Stanford University, BA in Biology & Economics from Pomona College, High School Diploma from The Taft School