Matthew Warren
About Matthew Warren
Matthew Warren serves as the Chief Financial Officer at AVANT Communications in Chicago, Illinois, having held the position since 2023. He has extensive experience in corporate finance and has previously worked in various roles at companies such as Zywave, SAVO Group, and Thoma Bravo.
Current Role at AVANT Communications
Matthew Warren serves as the Chief Financial Officer at AVANT Communications, a position he has held since 2023. Based in Chicago, Illinois, he is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the company. His role includes managing financial planning, analysis, and strategy, ensuring the financial health of the organization. Warren's expertise in corporate finance, particularly within technology decision-making platforms, contributes to AVANT's growth and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Zywave
Prior to his current role, Matthew Warren worked at Zywave, where he held multiple positions. He served as Vice President of Corporate Development from 2018 to 2022, followed by a role as Senior Vice President of Corporate Development and Finance from 2022 to 2023. During his tenure, he focused on corporate strategy, mergers and acquisitions, and financial planning, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives in the Greater Milwaukee Area.
Board Memberships and Advisory Roles
Matthew Warren has held several board member positions throughout his career. He was a board member at SAVO Group from 2017 to 2018 and at IO for a duration of 9 months during the same period. Additionally, he served as a board member at BASELAYER from 2016 to 2018. These roles involved providing strategic guidance and oversight, leveraging his financial expertise to support organizational growth.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Matthew Warren earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) with honors from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance, with honors, from Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. His educational background has equipped him with a strong foundation in finance, which he applies in his professional roles.
Experience in Private Equity and Investment Banking
Matthew Warren has extensive experience in private equity investing and investment banking. He worked as an Associate on the Investment Team at Thoma Bravo from 2012 to 2014 and as an Analyst in Investment Banking at Lazard Freres & Co. from 2010 to 2012. His roles involved evaluating investment opportunities, conducting financial analyses, and supporting mergers and acquisitions, enhancing his expertise in corporate finance.