Matthew M.
5.0
Studied at Said Business School (Oxford)
Worked at Boston Consulting Group
Available Wednesday at 8:00 PM UTC
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About Matthew
13+ year global track record of strategy and execution in private, public, and social sectors across consulting, finance, social impact, and innovation. Extensive international exposure throughout Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East & Africa, and Americas. Passionate about diplomacy, empowering individuals, geopolitics, global development, investments, personal improvement, policy, psychology, sustainability, and technology. www.matthewonthemove.com Guiding principle: "Seek out global or cross-cultural responsibilities that capitalize on your understanding of the commonalities inherent in humanity. Build universal capability, and change the mindset of those who think in terms of “us” and “them.”"
Why do I coach?
I've benefited from coaching personally for standardized testing, interviewing, mental game improvement, MBA applications, executive coaching, and professional development. I'm a strong believer in paying it forward and empowering others through shared knowledge, insight, and experience as we all seek to navigate opportunities!
Work Experience
Project Manager
Dalberg
2025 - Present
Purpose-driven strategy projects globally with governments, donors, foundations, and private sector companies: • Developed incubation strategy blueprint for leading climate foundation in Europe to evaluate growing 10+ re-granter platforms in energy • Created blended org model at children nonprofit to double grant funding (i.e., US$ 70 mn) to reach 100M+ kids in 20+ countries by 2030 • Contributed to business development efforts with winning proposal submissions
Management Consultant
Boston Consulting Group
2022 - 2024
Private, public, and social sector exposure across topics of transformations, technology innovation, geopolitical scenarios, and strategy development. Case experience in Global Advantage, Public Sector, Social Impact, Financial Institutions, and Health Care. Selected cases: • Core member of Global Advantage: assessed Asian geopolitical scenarios and “no-regret” crisis management actions for major industrial goods player; developed strategic options and risk-based simulations for executive committee of professional services firm • Public Sector: synthesized socio-economic benefits of state-sponsored economic development, renewable energy, and public impact investments from USD X multi-billion hydrogen hub consortium; revised maintenance operating model for postal services entity leadership • Financial Institutions: led investor diversification evaluation via digital opportunity pilots for board of directors of government services enterprise (USD X multi-trillion in securities); shaped go-to-market strategy for BCG’s private equity infrastructure, cities, and transport platform (e.g., trucking, rail, data centers) • Health Care: refreshed 3-year strategy of mid-sized biopharma player; evaluated tech competitiveness, org design, and agile change management of world-renowned cancer research center; drove 3rd party software portfolio rationalization for Fortune 50 insurance company value creation plan
Senior Strategy Consultant & Engagement Manager
AAW Group | B Corp
2019 - 2022
Hiring Manager
Co-founder of AAW Global practice offering multi-disciplinary strategic support for major international NGOs and non-profits. Engagement management, international research, and advisory for top leadership clients in nonprofits, nongovernmental organizations, and public sector across global strategy, operating models, fundraising & resource mobilization, partnerships, digital marketing, human-centered design, organizational blueprints, change management, market entry, and capacity building, particularly in emerging countries. Selected projects: • Board of directors USD 50-100mn+ investment case and cross-border multi-year individual donor sustainer strategy (8 countries in North America, Europe, and Asia) for humanitarian refugee NGO • Market landscape toolkits, emergency fundraising guidance, and operationalization plans in Eastern Europe, Middle East, and South America (6 countries) for world-leading disaster relief organization present in 190+ countries, sponsored at headquarter / federation level • Asia Pacific regional growth strategy review (23 markets in perimeter) for major wildlife conservation organization • Global fundraising television show feasibility analysis in 11 nations to provide breakthrough commercial entertainment options for a United Nations development aid agency • Emergency unrestricted funding benchmarking for major children protection charity; virtual e-sports/gaming fundraiser; development of financing strategy for tier-1 air ambulance service; go-to-market expansion of 7 countries across Asia, Middle East, North America, and Oceania for disability rights not-for-profit; individual donor giving scan of international environmental peers for a governmental forestry commission
Manager (Policy & Insights)
The Economist Group
2021 - 2021
Research and policy analysis in technology & society practice
Advisory Consultant
Tony Blair Institute for Global Change
2020 - 2021
Hiring Manager
Government advisory and private sector development strategy for Côte d'Ivoire focused on trade, investment, technology, and industry. Coverage included COVID-19 policy response, foreign direct investment promotion, cashew & cotton value chains, industrialization opportunities, fashion sustainability, carbon neutral supply chains, socio-economic analysis, and country branding.
Team Leader
OxfDevConsult
October 2018 - March 2019
Project leader of 7-person consultant team advising leading global microfinance institution on business coaching best practices for micro, small and medium enterprises in Myanmar to support "missing SME middle" gap of small and growing businesses. Scope of work included insights sprint, Myanmar field trip, and final report & presentation around best practices, findings, observations, and recommendations to global senior executive team.
Global Strategic Marketing & Business Development Manager
Mirae Asset
2013 - 2018
Hiring Manager
Mirae Asset Global Investments is one of the world's largest investment managers in emerging market equities with 12 offices around the world and USD 127bn of assets under management (March 2018), which grew by nearly +150% during tenure. Former member of Global Business Unit, reporting to the Group Chairman, CEO/COO, President, Corporate Development Managing Director, and Global Strategic Marketing & Business Development Head covering focal areas of marketing (thought leadership/content, digital transformation, technology stack), distribution/sales (key accounts), products (flagship offerings), and cross-border organization-wide initiatives.
Asia Pacific Business Analyst
Air Liquide Group
October 2010 - March 2012
• Reported to Asia Pacific CFO on monthly regional business performance with operations analysis of financial statements in 15 countries • Created Asia weekly volume report covering 10+ gas products for circulation to country presidents and Paris HQ for intelligence highlights • Cooperated with CFO on governance guidebook, capex accuracy index, Korea FDI incentives, and 7 operational process flowcharts • Assessed 45 monthly transactions (US$ 5+ mn) via treasury system with 20 counter parties; audited & revised 100+ internal controls
Social Sectors Assistant Program Officer / Research Associate
European Commission
May 2009 - August 2009
• Conducted study analyzing strategic links between EC Delegation, Vietnam Government, and 21 FP7 projects for mid-term funding review
Matthew was also given offers to work at
Acasus
The Economist Group
IFC - International Finance
Global Development Incubator
Samsung Electronics
FleishmanHillard
Education
Said Business School (Oxford)
Master of Business Administration - MBA
2018 - 2019
Activities and societies: Oxford Development Consultancy Team Leader, Saïd Business School Government & Policy Club Co-Founder, School Ambassador, Oxford University Strategic Studies Group • Dean's Commendation Award for Outstanding Contribution to the MBA Class and Wider School Community • Saïd Business School Foundation Scholar • Green Templeton College
Ecole Supérieure de Commerce de Toulouse
Bachelor's Degree Dual-Degree, International Management
2009 - 2010
Activities and societies: ESC Toulouse Welcome Team, AIESEC Toulouse Member (Exchange Participant)Activities and societies: ESC Toulouse Welcome Team, AIESEC Toulouse Member (Exchange Participant) • 15.11/20, Bien Distinction (Magna Cum Laude) • Double Degree Curriculum (50% French Instruction)
W. P. Carey School of Business - Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Finance, Certificate of International Business
2006 - 2010
• 3.85/4.0 GPA, Summa Cum Laude • Minors: Global Studies, French • Maintained Provost's Scholarship 4 years (until maturity); Dean's List 5 years
Matthew was also personally admitted to
Cambridge Judge Business School
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Overall Rating
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