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Matthew F.

Matthew Ford

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Strategy Consulting for AI Career Switchers

Available Monday

Starting at 2:00 PM UTC

My Leland calendar is wide open, but may not reflect the realities of my schedule. We will find a mutually agreeable time for our call. Evenings are typically alright.

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About

I've been a coach-practitioner for over a decade, supporting 2K+ clients across a wide variety of professional services and business development roles. I primarily support clients with resumes, LinkedIn profiles (and strategy), interview preparation, offer negotiation, and cover letters. Professionally, I've worked for some of the bigger consulting firms, as well as in-house at multiple Fortune 100 companies. In all of these roles, and through business school, I was closely involved in the hiring and decision-making process.

Matthew also coaches for Career Coaching, Management Consulting, Business Operations & Strategy, and Communication & Public Speaking. View all.

Matthew’s Break Into AI Careers Qualifications

Experience level: Manager

Matthew has helped clients get into these companies:

Welcome to my profile! With a robust background in strategy consulting at top firms like IBM, Liberty Mutual, L.E.K. Consulting, and McKinsey & Company, I bring a wealth of experience to help you break into AI careers. My MBA from Cornell's Johnson Graduate School of Management, with a focus on FinTech and Strategy, equips me with the insights needed to navigate the evolving AI landscape. Whether you're looking to transition into AI or advance within the field, I'm here to provide tailored guidance and support. Let's connect and chart your path to success in the AI industry!

Matthew can help with:

AI Agents

AI Fundamentals

Cover Letters

Interview Prep

Job Search Strategies

LinkedIn Review

Networking Strategy

Resume

Salary Negotiation

Skill Building

Why do I coach?

I have always enjoyed helping people overcome obstacles and maximize their potential. It's almost like being a consultant for an individual, rather than a company. It starts with "what are we looking to achieve" and ends in tangible results.

Work Experience

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Managing Strategy Consultant

IBM

2021 - 2025

Hiring Manager

Liberty Mutual Insurance Logo

Senior Manager, Consulting

Liberty Mutual Insurance

2020 - 2021

Hiring Manager

L.E.K. Consulting Logo

Consultant

L.E.K. Consulting

2019 - 2020

Hiring Manager

McKinsey & Company Logo

Senior Implementation Coach

McKinsey & Company

2018 - 2018

Education

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Johnson Graduate School of Management (Cornell)

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Grade: FinTech / Strategy Concentration Activities and societies: - FinTech Intensive at NYC Tech Campus - Semifinalist, Deloitte Technology Innovation Challenge - Johnson Leadership Fellow - Semester in Strategic Marketing Immersion - TA, Core Strategy - TA, Critical & Strategic Thinking - President, Community Impact - President, Rugby Club - President, Ski & Snowboard Club - BR Consulting, Consulting Club, Johnson Allies for Women - Winner, Stephen SJ Hall Ethics Case Competition - Finalist, SCJ Case Competition - Roy H. Park Leadership Fellow: Merit-based, full tuition scholarship award based on leadership qualities, professional and personal life accomplishment, and commitment to community service.

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Colgate University

BA, Philosophy, Economics

Grade: Student Body President Philosophy major, economics minor, and leader of the Fish and Game Club, Rugby Club, Student Government, Protoculture DJ Group, and officer in Delta Upsilon Fraternity.

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