Matthew Boyda

About Matthew Boyda

I operate at the high-stakes intersection of deep data science, global trading markets, and enterprise SaaS. With 20+ years of experience, ranging from a 15x bootstrap exit as a technical founder to managing a $100M+ ACV portfolio as an SVP, I specialize in transforming complex data lakes into high-margin,\"Alpha-generating\" product ecosystems.In today’s markets of extreme volatility, I act as the strategic linchpin connecting proprietary data intelligence to the global trading desk. I lead the \"Product-to-P&L\" lifecycle, ensuring that technical innovation translates directly into margin expansion and institutional-grade reliability.Core Impact & Executive ExpertiseP & L & Capital Stewardship: Full accountability for the revenue growth and margin expansion of the Trading Solutions segment. I have a proven track record of securing Board-level $25M+ CAPEX allocations by delivering ROIC-focused business models that modernize legacy infrastructure for global scale.The \"Alpha\" Factory: I pivot global research and engineering teams toward AI/ML predictive algorithms and Knowledge Graph architectures that forecast price dislocations across the \"Molecule to Electron\" value chain.Product-Led Growth (PLG) & Unit Economics: I scale platforms using a data-first approach, maintaining elite-tier SaaS metrics including +100% Net Revenue Retention (NRR) and optimized LTV/CAC ratios.M&A & Enterprise Integration: Veteran of the full M&A lifecycle, from founder-led exits to the successful integration of mission-critical vendor platforms into global giants like BP, Vitol, and Trafigura.Technical Fluency: A primary stakeholder for product roadmaps involving Snowflake, advanced Knowledge Graphs, and the deployment of sophisticated AI models for market intelligence.I bridge the gap between deep technical engineering and C-suite business strategy, aligning global teams of 100+ to achieve measurable commercial outcomes.Strategic Pillars: SaaS Portfolio Strategy | Trading Analytics | M&A Integration | AI/ML Governance | Enterprise GTM Strategy

Experience

1. Senior Vice President, Trading Solutions

   Wood Mackenzie

   Jan 2026 — Present · Austin, TX, US

   Leader in the Wood Mackenzie’s Trading Segment with full P&L accountability, leveraging 20+ years of expertise to transform \"Research\" into \"Alpha\". Act as the linchpin between our massive proprietary data lake and the immediate needs of global trading desks.Major Duties & Impact- Predictive Insights: Pivoting global research teams from retrospective reporting to predictive algorithms that forecast price dislocations- Product Leadership: Primary stakeholder for the trading platform’s modules. Prioritize features that serve the high-frequency trader (e.g, API latency reduction, Python SDK integration) over the long-term strategist- Commercial Growth: Architecting GTM strategies and structuring complex enterprise deals for the world\'s leading trading houses.Featured Projects-\"Molecule to Electron\": Developed \"Synoptic\" power market fundamental ML and AI models enabling cross-commodity customer workflows- IoT Monetization: Directing the commercialization of high-frequency sensor networks to capture market shifts in real-time- Strategic Partnerships: Serving as Executive SME for elite trading houses accounts.

Education

• NAIT (Northern Alberta Institute of Technology)

  Computer Science, Computer Systems

  1998 — 2001

• University of Alberta

  Supervisory Development, Business

  2005 — 2006

Skills

• Testing
• Cognos
• Big Data
• Visual C++
• Programming Languages
• Visual Studio
• Sql
• Integration
• Development Tools
• Database Design
• Oracle
• Requirements Analysis
• Cloud Computing
• Javascript
• Operating Systems
• Java
• Business Analysis
• Graphic Design
• Windows
• Microsoft Sql Server
• Management
• Toad
• Extract, Transform, Load (Etl)
• Xml Spy
• Sdlc
• Enterprise Architecture
• Erwin
• Crystal Reports
• Project Management
• Web Applications
• Databases
• Pl/Sql