Matthew Lee
About Matthew Lee
Matthew Lee is a Principal Insights Analyst at Riot Games, specializing in revenue and engagement forecasting. He holds a BA in Economics and Mathematics from Yale University and has extensive experience in analytics and forecasting across various roles in the gaming and retail industries.
Current Role at Riot Games
Matthew Lee serves as the Principal Insights Analyst at Riot Games, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he specializes in revenue and engagement forecasting, contributing to the strategic planning and business health of the company. His work focuses on analyzing data to inform decision-making processes related to game development and player engagement.
Previous Experience at Riot Games
Matthew Lee has an extensive history with Riot Games, having worked there in various analytical roles. He was an Analyst from 2016 to 2019, where he contributed to the new game R&D pipeline. He then advanced to the position of Senior Analyst from 2019 to 2021, further enhancing his expertise in business strategy and analytics before becoming Principal Insights Analyst.
Education and Academic Background
Matthew Lee studied at Yale University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Mathematics from 2005 to 2009. Prior to that, he attended Oaks Christian High School. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his analytical work in the gaming industry.
Experience at Harbor Freight Tools
Before joining Riot Games, Matthew Lee worked at Harbor Freight Tools in various capacities. He served as a Senior Forecast Analyst for five months in 2012, and later held the roles of Manager of Inventory and Supply Chain Projects from 2014 to 2016 and Manager of Demand Planning & Forecasting from 2012 to 2014. His experience there included inventory management and demand planning.
Internship Experience
Matthew Lee gained valuable experience through internships at notable organizations. He interned at the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation from 2007 to 2011 for four years, and at McKinsey & Company in Shanghai, China, for seven months in 2011 to 2012. These internships contributed to his analytical skills and understanding of economic development.