Matt O'grady
About Matt O'grady
Matt O'Grady is a Senior Training Manager at The North Face, a VF Company, where he has worked since 2019. He has held various roles within the company, including Field Rep Manager and Community Outreach Lead, and he holds a Bachelor's degree in Business from Mount Saint Mary's College.
Current Role at The North Face
Matt O'grady serves as the Senior Training Manager at The North Face, a VF Company, since 2019. He is based in Denver, Colorado, where he manages a team of eleven remote field employees. His responsibilities include overseeing and updating the company's online education platform, Wranx. O'grady plays a crucial role in setting the yearly US Training Strategy and collaborates with various departments, including Sales, Marketing, Retail Buyers, and Operations, to ensure successful implementation of training initiatives.
Previous Positions at The North Face
O'grady has held multiple positions at The North Face prior to his current role. He worked as the Community Outreach and Special Events Lead for eight months in the Washington D.C. Metro Area from 2010 to 2011. He then served as the Mid-Atlantic Product and Community Representative from 2011 to 2015, also in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. Following this, he took on the role of Field Rep Manager from 2015 to 2019 in Alameda, California. Additionally, he began his career at The North Face as a Sales Associate from 2009 to 2010.
Educational Background
Matt O'grady studied at Mount Saint Mary's College, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Business from 2005 to 2009. He also attended Dublin Business School for 11 months in 2007. His educational background provides a foundation for his career in training and management within the retail and outdoor industry.
Expertise in Live Video Streaming
O'grady is recognized for his expertise in live video streaming. He is responsible for filming internal meetings, product training sessions, and brand events at The North Face. This skill enhances the company's training capabilities and ensures effective communication across various platforms.