Matt Douzart
About Matt Douzart
Matt Douzart serves as the Chief Strategy Officer at Yoga International, where he has worked since 2018. Previously, he held leadership roles at the Himalayan Institute and Emboldin Strategic Design, among others, and has extensive experience in strategic planning and business management.
Current Role at Yoga International
Matt Douzart serves as the Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) at Yoga International since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for maintaining strategic roadmaps that engage the audience and drive subscription revenue growth. He advises stakeholders on aligning activities across various business units to achieve business objectives. Douzart facilitates strategy formulation within these units, promoting a culture of shared responsibility and mutual accountability. Additionally, he plays a primary role in draft plan review, ensuring that plans align with the organization's business objectives and strategic vision.
Previous Experience at Himalayan Institute
Before joining Yoga International, Matt Douzart worked as the Chief Executive Officer at Himalayan Institute from 2006 to 2013. During his seven-year tenure in Honesdale, Pennsylvania, he was responsible for overseeing the organization's operations and strategic direction. His leadership contributed to the development and implementation of initiatives that aligned with the institute's mission.
Professional Background in Strategic Design
Matt Douzart held the position of Principal at Emboldin Strategic Design from 2013 to 2018 in the Greater New Orleans Area. His work involved strategic planning and design, focusing on delivering solutions that met client needs. Prior to this role, he worked as an Energy Independence Consultant at Solar Alternatives for nine months in 2014, where he engaged in outside sales.
Education and Academic Background
Matt Douzart studied at Archbishop Rummel from 1991 to 1995. He later attended the University of New Orleans, where he pursued a degree in Business Administration and Management from 1995 to 2000. His education provided a foundation for his subsequent roles in management and strategic planning.
Entrepreneurial Ventures and Early Career
In addition to his strategic roles, Matt Douzart co-owned Top Notch Security & Surveillance from 2014 to 2018 in the Greater New Orleans Area. He also served as a Regional Manager at Oreck Corporation from 2000 to 2006 in East Texas. His early career included a position as Senior Store Manager at Blockbuster from 1995 to 2000, where he managed store operations and staff.