Matthew B. Schmidt is a technology entrepreneur and film producer. Matthew studied design at Emily Carr University and continued his education, studying Business and Marketing at British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT). Matthew has worked within Vancouver's film industry for over nine years, while simultaneously producing and marketing nightlife and cultural events in Vancouver BC. Matthew opened his first entertainment venue at 26 years-old. Matthew’s extensive background in producing and executing live events is reflective of his passion for working within high energy, fast paced environments. In 2016 Matthew produced his first feature film. During the four short years since then he has worked as an Executive Producer on over nine films, with cumulative budgets of over $60 million. Matthew co-founded Paradise City Films in 2017 and now predominantly focuses on film finance, development and “film packaging”, working closely with the industries leading agencies.Matthew has also applied his creative energy and networking skills towards businesses in tech, cannabis and design. Through these endeavours Matthew has maintained his dedication and deep passion for media and the art of storytelling. Matthew has advised on companies such as, Victory Square Technologies, Immersive Tech and V2 Games. Navigating the media and entertainment space has led Matthew to the fast growing esports phenomenon. Matthew takes both a conventional and unconventional media approach to the social competitive gaming space, focusing on the immense value of connecting people, fans and brands in an emotional and cultural way. In 2019 Matthew joined Alpha Esports Tech Inc. as a strategic advisor and served as interim CEO, helping the company IPO and close two financings. Matthew continues to find value in sharing resources between people and companies, while maintaining a deep sense of culture and purpose.