Matthew Raap
About Matthew Raap
Matthew Raap serves as the Director of Business Development at Coalfire, a position he has held since May 2023. He has extensive experience in business development and cybersecurity, having previously worked in various leadership roles across multiple organizations.
Current Role at Coalfire
Matthew Raap serves as the Director of Business Development at Coalfire, a position he has held since May 2023. He operates remotely in this role, focusing on developing business strategies and fostering client relationships. His work involves advising organizations on securing their positions in the evolving landscape of cybersecurity and compliance.
Previous Experience in Business Development
Before joining Coalfire, Matthew Raap held various positions that contributed to his expertise in business development. He worked at Praetorian as a Senior Enterprise Account Manager from 2022 to 2023. Prior to that, he was an Enterprise Account Executive at NetSPI from 2020 to 2022. His experience also includes a five-year tenure as VP of Global Strategy at Silent Break Security, where he focused on strategic growth and client engagement.
Founding Roles and Leadership
Matthew Raap co-founded Brier & Thorn, Inc., where he served as a Senior Partner focused on risk, audit, and compliance from 2013 to 2014. He later took on the role of Managing Partner at the same firm from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, he co-founded the Wisconsin Inmate Education Association, serving on the Board of Advisors from 2015 to 2019, where he contributed to educational initiatives.
Education and Theological Studies
Matthew Raap studied at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, where he focused on Theology/Theological Studies from 2012 to 2013. This educational background informs his approach to leadership and relationship-building in his professional endeavors.
Work Philosophy and Advisory Roles
Matthew Raap emphasizes a work philosophy centered on common sense, customer satisfaction, and company success. He prioritizes relationship building over traditional sales tactics. He has been a member of the Marquette University Cybersecurity Advisory Board since 2020, where he advises on cybersecurity initiatives and strategies.