Kailah Matyas
About Kailah Matyas
Kailah Matyas serves as the Program Strategy Committee Chair and has extensive experience in executive recruiting and talent planning. She currently holds several positions, including Talent Strategist at Embarc Collective and Managing Partner at Redwood Partners, and has a background in Sociology from The George Washington University.
Work at Tampa Bay Wave
Kailah Matyas serves as a Board Member at Tampa Bay Wave, a position she has held since 2017. In this role, she collaborates with various stakeholders to support the organization's mission of fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in the Tampa Bay area. Her involvement includes providing strategic insights and guidance to enhance the organization's initiatives aimed at supporting startups and emerging businesses.
Current Role at Embarc Collective
Since 2018, Kailah Matyas has worked as a Talent Strategist at Embarc Collective. In this capacity, she partners with founders, investors, and boards to facilitate executive recruiting and talent planning. Her expertise lies in aligning business objectives with human capital needs, which is essential for the growth and scalability of fast-paced global companies.
Education and Expertise
Kailah Matyas earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Sociology from The George Washington University. Additionally, she has pursued studies at UNSW. Her academic background supports her professional focus on human capital and talent strategy, equipping her with the knowledge to effectively identify and recruit top talent for organizations.
Background and Experience
Kailah Matyas has extensive experience in talent strategy, having worked at Redwood Partners as a Managing Partner since 1997. Her role involves overseeing operations and guiding talent acquisition efforts. She has lived in major cities such as New York City, London, and Sydney, Australia, which has contributed to her global perspective on business and talent management.
Board Membership at The University of Tampa
Since 2019, Kailah Matyas has been a member of the Board of Advisors at The University of Tampa Lowth Entrepreneurship Center. In this role, she provides strategic advice and support to enhance the center's initiatives aimed at fostering entrepreneurship and innovation among students and local businesses.