Matt Toomey
About Matt Toomey
Matt Toomey is an experienced professional in finance and social media marketing, currently serving as the Associate Program Leader for Finance IT at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. He has held leadership roles in various organizations, including as CEO of Social Bacon Marketing & Consulting, and has a strong academic background from California Polytechnic State University.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Matt Toomey has held multiple roles at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) since 2001. He served as Group Leader from 2001 to 2015, where he led a team of 15 developers and business analysts. This team provided critical data, reports, and dashboards to over 2,000 employees. In 2015, he transitioned to the role of Associate Program Leader in Finance IT, where he continues to contribute to the laboratory's operations in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Education and Expertise
Matt Toomey earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business with a focus on Management Information Systems from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, from 1996 to 2001. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of International Studies from the same institution. Additionally, he attended the UCLA Technical Management Program in March 2007, enhancing his expertise in technical management.
Achievements in Social Media and Marketing
As CEO of Social Bacon Marketing & Consulting since 2013, Matt Toomey has been instrumental in driving the company's success. He led LocalGrüv, which was recognized as the BEST Coupon Site of 2012 by Diablo Magazine and the BEST Social Media Company of 2013 by Bay Area News Group. Under his leadership, LocalGrüv grew to over 17,000 local email subscribers and 18,000 engaged local Facebook fans through effective social marketing strategies.
Project Management Experience
Matt Toomey has extensive experience in project management, particularly in web-based applications. He has implemented various technologies, including Java and Oracle, to enhance operational efficiency. His role at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory involved overseeing projects that required collaboration across teams to deliver critical IT solutions.
Public Speaking Engagements
Matt Toomey is a frequent presenter at social media conferences nationwide. His presentations focus on leveraging social media to drive revenue, managing Facebook effectively, and advanced Facebook advertising strategies. His insights and expertise in social media marketing have made him a sought-after speaker in the industry.