Matthew Ankeny
About Matthew Ankeny
Matthew Ankeny serves as the Director of Brand and Content Marketing at The Pro's Closet, bringing extensive experience in content creation and marketing from previous roles at various companies, including Rivian and Refersion.
Current Role at The Pro's Closet
Matthew Ankeny serves as the Director of Brand and Content Marketing at The Pro's Closet. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's marketing strategies and content development. His role involves overseeing brand messaging and ensuring alignment with the company's goals in the cycling industry.
Previous Experience in Content Marketing
Prior to his current role, Ankeny worked at Rivian as a Copywriter for five months in 2020. He then joined Refersion as the Director of Content, where he worked for eight months. His experience also includes a position as Senior Content Director at TRUE Communications from 2018 to 2019, where he managed content strategies and team operations.
Editorial Experience
Ankeny has extensive editorial experience, having worked as Managing Editor at Gear Patrol from 2016 to 2017. He also served as Senior Editor at Gear Patrol for one year from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, he contributed as a Contributing Writer for the same publication in 2014. His editorial roles involved content creation, team leadership, and strategic planning.
Teaching Background
Matthew Ankeny has a background in education, having worked as an English Teacher at Connections Academy and Santa Ana Unified School District in 2011 and 2012. He also served as a Graduate Teaching Associate for Creative Writing 101 at San Francisco State University in 2014. His teaching experience reflects his expertise in language arts and writing.
Educational Qualifications
Ankeny holds a Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing from Wheaton College, which he completed from 2004 to 2007. He also earned a Master of Arts in Teaching from UC Irvine in 2010 and a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from San Francisco State University from 2012 to 2014. His education has equipped him with strong writing and teaching skills.