John Matthews ðŸ§
About John Matthews ðŸ§
John Matthews serves as the Director of Enterprise at Braintrust, where he advises C-level executives on utilizing the platform for talent acquisition. With a robust background in financial services and experience at notable firms like PIMCO and Morgan Stanley, he has held various roles in enterprise account management and entrepreneurship.
Current Role at Braintrust
John Matthews serves as the Director of Enterprise at Braintrust, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he advises and educates C-level executives on utilizing Braintrust's platform to access highly skilled talent. His contributions are part of a team that has achieved significant growth in revenue and user retention over the past year. He operates from Chicago, Illinois, where he focuses on expanding enterprise solutions.
Previous Experience at Upwork
Prior to joining Braintrust, John Matthews worked at Upwork from 2018 to 2021. He held the position of Enterprise Account Manager for three years in the Greater Chicago Area, where he was responsible for managing enterprise-level accounts. He later advanced to Senior Enterprise Account Manager, serving from 2021 to 2022, where he continued to develop client relationships and drive account growth.
Background in Financial Services
John Matthews has a robust background in the financial services industry, having worked with prominent firms such as PIMCO and Morgan Stanley. At Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, he served as a Consulting Group Specialist from 2008 to 2010. He then worked at PIMCO as a Senior Associate-Advisor Consultant from 2010 to 2014, where he contributed to advisory services and client management.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
John Matthews co-owned City Speakeasy, a language and cultural immersion program, from 2015 to 2019. He founded the program and successfully exited it after four years of operation in New York City. This venture reflects his entrepreneurial spirit and ability to create and manage educational initiatives.
Education and Qualifications
John Matthews earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Marketing from Western Colorado University. His educational background supports his expertise in account management and enterprise solutions, enabling him to effectively engage with clients and drive business growth.