Matt Wilkins
About Matt Wilkins
Matt Wilkins serves as the Chief People & Information Officer at Thought Machine, bringing over 15 years of technology leadership experience. He has a history of creating innovative solutions and managing cross-functional teams, with previous roles at Google and RetailMeNot, Inc.
Work at Thought Machine
Matt Wilkins serves as the Chief People & Information Officer at Thought Machine, a role he has held since 2015. In this position, he focuses on fostering an intentional growth strategy for the company. He is dedicated to maintaining the unique essence of Thought Machine while scaling its operations globally. Currently, he is working on expanding the company's presence in Latin America, which includes establishing a new office in Miami.
Previous Experience at Google
Before joining Thought Machine, Matt Wilkins worked at Google for seven years, from 2006 to 2013. During his tenure, he held the position of Global M&A Engineering Integration Lead and later served as Infrastructure Lead from 2006 to 2008. His experience at Google involved managing complex engineering integrations and infrastructure projects, contributing to his extensive background in technology leadership.
Career at RetailMeNot, Inc.
Matt Wilkins was the Senior Vice President of Product & Engineering (EMEA) at RetailMeNot, Inc. from 2013 to 2015. Based in London, he played a key role in overseeing product development and engineering initiatives during his two-year tenure. His leadership in this position further solidified his expertise in managing cross-functional teams and executing complex business solutions.
Educational Background
Matt Wilkins studied Computer Science at Loughborough University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree from 1998 to 2001. Prior to his university education, he attended Coopers Company & Coborn. His academic background laid the foundation for his extensive career in technology and leadership roles.
Early Career at Freeserve and Orange
Matt Wilkins began his career as a System Engineer at Freeserve, Wanadoo, and Orange from 2001 to 2003. This early experience in the technology sector contributed to his understanding of engineering principles and product development, which he later applied in his subsequent roles in technology leadership.