Matthew Gurd

Matthew Gurd is a seasoned finance professional currently serving as a Finance Business Partner at Kortext since November 2021. Prior to this role, Matthew held similar positions at Draken Europe and Kingfisher plc from September 2019 to November 2021 and September 2014 to September 2019, respectively. Notably, at Kingfisher plc, Matthew was instrumental in managing significant IT project portfolios, including a £100 million digital transformation budget. Earlier experience includes positions as a Financial Accountant at Kingfisher plc, Audit Executive at Grant Thornton UK LLP, Business Advisor at HWB Accountants, and Derivatives Trader at OSTC Ltd. Matthew holds a BSc in Economics from Swansea University, earned between 2004 and 2007.