Matthew Gilreath
About Matthew Gilreath
Matthew Gilreath serves as the Chief Financial Officer of the Textile Division at Milliken & Company, a position he has held since 2014. He previously worked at GE for nine years and holds a BS in Financial Management and an MBA from Clemson University.
Current Role at Milliken & Company
Matthew Gilreath serves as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the Textile Division at Milliken & Company. He has held this position since 2014, contributing to the company's financial strategies and operations for a decade. His role involves overseeing financial management and ensuring operational efficiency within the Textile Division, which is based in Spartanburg, South Carolina.
Previous Experience at GE
Before joining Milliken & Company, Matthew Gilreath worked at General Electric (GE) as the Manager of Gas Turbine Inventory. He held this position for nine years, from 2005 to 2014, in the Greenville, South Carolina area. In this role, he managed inventory operations related to gas turbines, contributing to the overall efficiency of the plant's operations.
Educational Background
Matthew Gilreath studied at the Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business at Clemson University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Financial Management from 2001 to 2005. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the same institution between 2011 and 2013. Additionally, he participated in the Graduate Diversity Leaders Initiative at the Riley Institute at Furman University, focusing on Financial Management from 2001 to 2005.
Achievements in Financial Management
Matthew Gilreath has made significant contributions in financial management, notably redesigning and implementing the Capital Appropriation Request System (CARS). This initiative enhanced the system's functionality and facilitated its deployment across more than 15 departments within Milliken & Company. His efforts have streamlined financial processes and improved operational efficiency.
Financial Oversight at Greenville Gas Turbine Plant
In his previous role at GE, Matthew Gilreath managed financial operations for the Greenville Gas Turbine Plant. He oversaw an annual budget of approximately $185 million, ensuring that financial resources were allocated effectively to support the plant's operations and strategic initiatives.