Matt J.

Matt J. has a diverse work experience in the technology industry. Matt worked at Tech Nation from 2015 to 2017, starting as a Programme Lead for the Northern Stars early-stage growth programme. Later, they became the Head of Programme, managing the Global Talent Visa programme for Digital Technology. Prior to that, they worked as a Tech Sector Advisor at The Growth Company from 2014 to 2015. Matt also worked as a self-employed Investment Manager, managing private investments and advising UK tech/games startups from 2012 to 2014. Before that, they were an Investment Manager at The Prototype Fund from 2010 to 2012. Matt J. has also worked at Activision Inc. (Bizarre Creations) as an Outsource Manager from 2007 to 2009, managing worldwide development contractors. Matt began their career at Bizarre Creations Ltd. in various Technical/Computer Graphics roles from 2002 to 2007.

Matt J.'s education history includes completing a BA (Hons) degree in Computer Games Design from Teesside University's School of Computing, from the years 2000 to 2004. Matt then pursued an MSc in Innovation Management & Entrepreneurship from Alliance Manchester Business School, from 2009 to 2010.