Matt Royles
About Matt Royles
Matt Royles serves as the Director of Partner Sales at CNote, where he has worked since 2023. He has a strong background in community investing and marketing communications, with previous roles at Aeris Insight Inc. and Opportunity Finance Network.
Work at CNote
Matt Royles has been serving as the Director of Partner Sales at CNote since 2023. In this role, he focuses on driving education and adoption of CNote's Impact Cash® platform among credit unions and community banks. His responsibilities include building partnerships and enhancing client connections through effective marketing strategies. He contributes to the company's mission of promoting community investing and sustainable financial practices.
Education and Expertise
Matt Royles holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Bates College, where he studied from 1998 to 2002. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration from the Fox School of Business at Temple University, completing his studies from 2013 to 2016. Additionally, he is a certified Salesforce.com professional, emphasizing his expertise in leveraging technology for client engagement and operational efficiency.
Professional Background
Before joining CNote, Matt Royles held several significant positions in the finance and community investment sectors. He worked at Aeris Insight Inc. as the Marketing and Development Director from 2014 to 2023. Prior to that, he served as Vice President at Opportunity Finance Network from 2010 to 2014. His earlier roles include Associate Director at Accion from 2007 to 2010 and Director of Operations at Community Development Venture Capital Alliance from 2004 to 2007.
Community Involvement and Writing
Matt Royles is passionate about community investing and marketing communications. He has contributed to various publications, writing about community partners and impact investing. His work includes authoring articles on sustainable investment strategies and sharing borrower stories on the CNote website. He also writes for the CNote blog, further promoting the organization's initiatives and educational efforts.
Leadership Development
Since 2012, Matt Royles has been a Political Leaders Fellow at the Center for Progressive Leadership. This program focuses on developing leadership skills and fostering community engagement among emerging leaders. His involvement reflects his commitment to enhancing his leadership capabilities and contributing positively to the community investment landscape.