Matt Kilmartin
About Matt Kilmartin
Matt Kilmartin is the Co-Founder and CEO of Habu, a company specializing in data clean room software, and currently serves as SVP of Habu and Partnerships at LiveRamp. With over 20 years of experience in digital transformation and data strategies, he has worked with global Fortune 500 companies to advance privacy-safe data collaboration.
Work at Habu
Matt Kilmartin co-founded Habu in 2019 and serves as the CEO. Under his leadership, Habu has developed data clean room software that facilitates privacy-safe data collaboration. This technology is essential for organizations looking to share data while maintaining compliance with privacy regulations. Kilmartin's role involves guiding the company's strategic direction and fostering partnerships that enhance its offerings in the data collaboration space.
Current Role at LiveRamp
Since 2024, Matt Kilmartin has held the position of Senior Vice President at LiveRamp, focusing on Habu and Partnerships. In this role, he leverages his extensive experience in data strategies to strengthen LiveRamp's capabilities in the market. His work involves collaborating with various stakeholders to drive innovation in data collaboration and enhance customer engagement.
Education and Expertise
Matt Kilmartin earned his MBA from Babson College, where he studied from 2003 to 2006. He also holds a BA in Spanish and Political Science from Wofford College, completed between 1993 and 1997. Additionally, he attended the MIT Sloan School of Management in 2011. Kilmartin's educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in digital transformation and data strategies, which he has applied throughout his career.
Professional Background
Matt Kilmartin has over 20 years of experience in the technology and data sectors. He has held various leadership positions, including Director of Sales at Akamai Technologies and VP of Sales at Salesforce. His experience also includes roles at Informative, ATG (now Oracle Commerce), and Krux Digital, where he served as Chief Revenue Officer. Kilmartin's diverse background equips him with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities in digital marketing and data collaboration.
Achievements in Data Collaboration
Throughout his career, Matt Kilmartin has played a significant role in advancing data collaboration practices, particularly in a privacy-first context. His work with global Fortune 500 companies has focused on enabling respectful data collaboration with consumers. Kilmartin aims to assist brands in navigating the complexities of digital marketing disruptions, emphasizing the importance of privacy and compliance in data strategies.