Matthew Wood
About Matthew Wood
Matthew Wood is the Director of Retail at Rishi Tea & Botanicals, a position he has held since 2021. He previously served as General Manager at teapigs for eight years and has extensive experience in marketing and e-commerce roles.
Work at Rishi Tea & Botanicals
Matthew Wood has served as the Director of Retail at Rishi Tea & Botanicals since 2021. In this role, he oversees retail operations and strategies to enhance the company's market presence. His experience in the tea industry contributes to the development of retail initiatives that align with Rishi's commitment to quality and sustainability.
Previous Experience at teapigs
Before joining Rishi Tea & Botanicals, Matthew Wood worked at teapigs as the General Manager from 2013 to 2021. During his eight years with the company, he was responsible for managing operations and driving growth in the United States market. His leadership helped establish teapigs as a notable player in the specialty tea segment.
Background in Marketing and Ecommerce
Matthew Wood has a strong background in marketing and ecommerce. He served as the Director of Marketing and Communications at Market Hall Foods from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, he held the position of Director of Ecommerce at both Market Hall Foods from 2004 to 2009 and Murray's Cheese from 2011 to 2013. His expertise in these areas has been instrumental in developing effective online strategies.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Wood studied at Boston University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Film from 1998 to 2001. He also attended the Cambridge School of Culinary Arts from 2003 to 2004. His educational background provides him with a unique perspective on both creative and culinary aspects of the food and beverage industry.