Matthew Montei
About Matthew Montei
Matthew Montei is the Chief Executive Officer at Stasher and Executive Director of New Ventures at SC Johnson, with a diverse background in marketing, business development, and academia.
Company
Matthew Montei is currently the Chief Executive Officer at Stasher in Oakland, California, United States. In this role, he oversees the company's strategic direction and operational execution in a hybrid work environment. Stasher specializes in providing innovative storage solutions, and his leadership drives the company’s growth and market penetration.
Title
Matthew Montei holds the title of Executive Director of New Ventures at SC Johnson in Racine, Wisconsin, United States, where he works on-site. He is responsible for spearheading new business initiatives and exploring market opportunities that align with SC Johnson’s long-term strategy. His role includes fostering innovation and developing new product lines.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Montei studied at Marquette University, earning an MBA in Marketing from 2000 to 2002. He also holds a Ph.D. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Central Michigan University, attained between 1991 and 1995. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Psychology & Math from Central Michigan University from 1989 to 1991. His academic background provides a strong foundation in both business and psychology, aiding him in fostering team dynamics and business strategies.
Background
Matthew Montei possesses an extensive background across various industries. He started his professional journey as a Personnel Specialist in the United States Air Force from 1985 to 1989. He has held roles at prominent companies, including a Director position at Amazon's Amazon Go, where he led marketing, brand design, and business intelligence initiatives. He also played a crucial role in the Mars-Wrigley integration as the Regional Marketing Integration Lead for the Americas. Additionally, he has served as a Marketing Director at SC Johnson in various capacities, enhancing his expertise in marketing and strategic initiatives.
Achievements
Matthew Montei has several notable achievements. He directed the acclaimed Skittles Super Bowl campaign, which received 14 Cannes Lions Awards and 12 One Show Awards. He was also awarded the Global PR Campaign of the Year for the Marshawn Lynch Press Conference. His academic contribution includes teaching Organizational Psychology at the University of Maryland, where he educated future psychologists. His experience with Google Cloud during his time at Amazon has further enriched his expertise in modern technological solutions.