Matt Byrne
About Matt Byrne
Matt Byrne serves as the Chief Revenue Officer and Managing Director at Vane, bringing extensive experience in business development and strategy across UK, European, and US markets. He has a strong background in venture-backed FinTech and has worked in various leadership roles in the industry since 2010.
Current Role at Vane
Matt Byrne serves as the Chief Revenue Officer and Managing Director at Vane, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for driving revenue growth and overseeing business operations. His leadership focuses on strategic initiatives that enhance the company's market position and expand its client base. His tenure at Vane has allowed him to leverage his extensive experience in business development and management.
Previous Experience in Business Development
Prior to his current role, Matt Byrne held several positions in business development across various organizations. He worked at Mortimer Spinks as a Business Development and Account Management professional from 2013 to 2014. He also served as the Business Development Lead at MarketFinance from 2014 to 2015. At FastPay, he progressed from Director of Business Development from 2015 to 2018 to Managing Director from 2018 to 2020. His diverse roles have contributed to his expertise in building teams and developing go-to-market strategies.
Education and Qualifications
Matt Byrne studied at the University of Exeter, where he earned a BA (Hons) in Business Economics with First Class honors from 2006 to 2009. He also completed the Investment Management Certificate (Level 4) at the CFA Institute in 2012. Additionally, he studied Chinese (Mandarin) at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, achieving an Intermediate Level 1 proficiency in 2006. His educational background supports his professional endeavors in finance and business development.
International Experience
Matt Byrne has significant international experience, having worked across UK, European, and US markets. He has also lived and worked in the APAC region for four years, particularly in Hong Kong and Shanghai. This broad exposure to various markets has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of global business dynamics and cultural nuances.
Expertise in FinTech and Management
With over nine years of experience in venture-backed FinTech, Matt Byrne possesses a strong background in business development, strategy, and management. His expertise includes building teams and functions, as well as developing effective go-to-market strategies for startup and scale-up businesses. This skill set has been instrumental in his roles across different organizations.