Matt Stone

About Matt Stone

Innovative and results-driven executive with 20+ years of experience in product development, strategy, and operational transformation. Passionate about building scalable SaaS solutions, fostering high-performing teams, and driving sustainable business growth. • Founded and led three startups to successful exits, demonstrating expertise in business scaling, product-market fit, and strategic leadership. • Led multiple teams through acquisitions, ensuring seamless transitions, operational continuity, and cultural integration. • Successfully pitched and developed data-driven products, including the Credential Value Survey and Team Insights, driving industry adoption and business impact. • Achieved ISO 27001 Certification, reinforcing a commitment to rigorous information security standards and operational excellence. • Pioneered a SaaS business model, aligning product innovation with market needs while mentoring leaders to scale high-growth organizations.I believe that a culture valuing all stakeholders simplifies tactical decisions and makes strategic ones enjoyable. I thrive on understanding unstated expectations, balancing execution with long-term vision, and leveraging insights to navigate complexity. With a focus on collaborative leadership and product excellence, I excel in driving innovation, efficiency, and customer-centric solutions that exceed business objectives.Let’s connect and explore how we can build something impactful together.

Experience

1. President

   Northwest Hub

   Nov 2023 — Present · Salem, OR, US

   Transformed financial management, reducing debt by 40% in three quarters and implementing QuickBooks Online to enhance transparency and efficiency. • Built and led an outsourced finance team, integrating a CPA firm and bookkeeping services to improve financial oversight and reporting. • Drove community impact, overseeing initiatives that resulted in 2,700+ volunteer hours and the annual distribution of 800+ bicycles to underserved communities. • Contributed to $131K in direct community impact, leveraging financial and operational strategies to expand organizational reach.

Education

• Carleton College

  BA, Geology

  1987 — 1991

Skills

• Product Management
• Entrepreneurship
• Start-Ups
• Integration
• Leadership
• Enterprise Software
• Product Marketing
• Strategic Partnerships
• Software Development
• Sdlc
• Program Management
• Vendor Management
• Requirements Analysis
• Business Intelligence
• Cloud Computing
• Saas
• Strategic Planning
• Agile Methodologies
• Management
• Project Management
• Testing
• Process Improvement
• Telecommunications
• Product Development
• Business Development
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Business Strategy
• Business Analysis
• Strategy