Coaches

“One of the biggest impacts around the success of OrgVitals has been Matthew’s contribution - coaching me, as a founder. He helped me commit to decisions, think about a co-founder to shoulder the weight, and manage the immense stress of building and leading a startup. As someone who was once skeptical of coaching, I now believe all founders should find a proven coach to trust like Matthew. Just as we know at OrgVitals how culture impacts the bottom line, through Matthew I’ve experienced how introducing positive wellbeing practices have impacted my performance“

— Charley Miller
Founder and CEO, OrgVitals

“Having no experience with coaching, I approached Matt as a friend and friend he became. Matt is a great listener, he revisits topics with a masterful compassion, and is never prescriptive. He has been a perfect guide to my journey of introspection and I hope we continue together for years to come. Thank you Matt!”

— Anshul Kapoor

“At a time when frustration, confusion, and complacency creeped into daily work life, Matt’s patient and empathetic coaching provided the zen, clarity, and motivation I needed to make much needed shifts. After each session, I came away with a clearer understanding of my immediate next steps and was able to slowly move into a place where I felt more control and empowerment over my situation. More importantly, Matt helped me recognize and process the underlying feelings and assumptions I had that were driving the negativity in the first place. I’m a better leader professionally, and better human personally, having worked with Matt.”

— Christina Christian

“Matt brings a steady wisdom and calm focus to coaching. He implements an organized and deliberate approach to thoughtful and deliberate leadership development. He helps me ensure my actions match my words and morals. He guides from a perspective of experience and relates to the momentary points of chaos we all experience as founders. It's dangerous to go at it alone and Matt always has made me take a mindful approach to my strategy, my leadership and my life.”

— Jack Greco, Founder, Cupule Ventures & One Link Venture Studio

“Matt proved to be an impeccably timed, hidden gem of an introduction that I couldn’t be more grateful for! My team blossomed in personal growth and confidence, and personally it was invaluable to look forward to a confidential and thought-provoking conversation. For anyone scattered about the future, or wanting to break through to new personal heights, Matt should be your first call.”

— Colleen Heidinger, President, 43North

“Working with Matt has been a transformative experience that I consider myself lucky to have had. I originally sought help navigating team leadership as a first time executive. Half a year later, I have learned a tremendous amount about not only myself, but also how I show up as a leader. Through doing the work and taking an honest look inside, I have fundamentally shifted my approach, eliminated several pain points, and improved how I deal with interpersonal challenges. I'd love to give Matt all of the credit, but I know he would say that it was me that did all of the work.”

— Greg Shoemaker, President, ARCA

“Having worked with whole ecosystems of high performing teams, Matt is well versed on the struggles we all face in the modern day workplace: from senior company executives, to employees, and investors, all of whom have the highest expectations from any trusted advisor.

I have been very fortunate to have Matt as my coach - he is committed to helping you achieve whatever goals you set for yourself. I am beyond thrilled with the results that Matt has helped me to achieve in both my professional career and my personal life.”

— Leon Ifayemi, CEO, SPCE

“Matt has been a significant force helping me through some of my most difficult times, both personally and professionally. Matt's calming demeanor creates a place of understanding where you can assess a situation with a clear mind and begin putting the pieces in place to move forward. After every coaching session with Matt, I feel like a weight has been lifted and a new path has been revealed. He truly has a special gift.”

— Anonymous

“Simply put, working with Matt has been one of the most profound experiences of my life. I knew what I wanted to accomplish with him from the beginning, and from day one we set down a path to help me accomplish those goals. Now, growth is a never-ending journey and will continue over the course of my lifetime, and I'm on the right path with the needed set of tools to help me keep moving forward. As you're searching for the right coach, please know this: I can't speak highly enough of Matt, his character, or the impact he's had on my life. If you work with him (and I hope you do), you're in good hands.”

— Brian S., Business Development

“Matt is the epitome of a good listener, someone who asks the right questions at the right time and makes you feel like he truly wants to understand who you are as an individual. Over the past year, Matt has helped me to grow both as an entrepreneur and as a person. He knows the pressures and challenges that come with running a business, and his coaching style if reflective of that. He is empathetic and kind, but also a coach who is going to hold you accountable. Matt is always pushing me to be my best self, and everyone needs someone like that in their life.”

— Cody Semrau, Founder & CEO, BetterMynd

“Working with Matt has been a tremendous asset to me personally and professionally. He has helped me focus my intentions, while remaining true to myself, my values and goals. His coaching has made me a better leader, a better team member, and a better human—all while keeping my own wellness front of mine.”

— Matthew Pelkey, Partner, Colligan Law

“I had the privilege of being coached by Matt during the first six months of the pandemic. Because he’s had a front row seat with a countless number of tech startups, it was easy for me to dive deeply into my challenges, and effortless for him to locate my blindspots. Matt’s specialized knowledge of early stage companies, managerial psychology, and meditation practices places him as a top tier coach who adapts to your specific needs and areas of interest (his reading recommendations were always on point). Given that kindness and ethics are among his top qualities, I’d recommend Matt with zero hesitations to any entrepreneur or management team looking to support change in others or in themselves.”

— Siheun Song, Cofounder & President, Rally