Matt is an experienced public opinion researcher and communications strategist for political candidates, issue advocacy organizations, and corporate brands. He has more than a decade of experience helping clients make strategic decisions, tell their story, and grow their brand using custom research solutions and analytics. As a Senior Vice President at Whitman Insight Strategies, Matt leads a team in the design and management of quantitative and qualitative research engagements globally, with specialities in brand equity research, brand positioning + messaging, segmentation, concept testing, communications evaluation, and thought leadership.He is a RIVA-trained moderator and has conducted more than 1,000+ focus groups, in-depth interviews, and ethnographies among various audiences over the years. Matt is a graduate of the George Washington University. Outside of his professional work, he also serves as Co-Chair of the LGBTQ+ Victory Fund Campaign Board and ex-officio member of its Board of Directors.