Matt T.
5.0
Executive Coach | Clarity, Confidence, Growth
Studied at University of California, San Diego
Works at Talent Sherpas
Hiring Manager
Available tomorrow at 10:30 PM UTC
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Matt’s Executive Qualifications
Coaches professionally
Experience level: Director
20+ people coached for Executive
Matt has helped clients get into these companies:
With over 20 years of leadership experience in talent strategy, executive search, and people development at companies like LinkedIn, Microsoft, Lyft, Korn Ferry, and Gem, I’ve coached leaders at all levels on their path to executive leadership. I’ve built and led global teams, navigated hypergrowth and organizational change, and advised leaders at every stage—from high-potential managers to C-level executives. As an Executive Coach and Founder of Talent Sherpas, I specialize in helping tech leaders, startup founders, and operators elevate their leadership, build executive presence, and lead with clarity through complexity. My coaching blends strategic insight, deep industry experience, and practical tools to help clients grow with intention, avoid burnout, and unlock their full potential at the top.
Matt can help with:
Succession Planning
Communication Skills
Leadership Development
Matt also coaches for Career Development and Customer Success. View all.
About Matt
I’m an Executive Coach for tech leaders, startup founders, and growth-stage professionals ready to elevate their leadership, presence, and career direction. With 20+ years in talent strategy and executive search at LinkedIn, Lyft, Microsoft, Gem, and Korn Ferry, I bring deep insight into what drives high-impact leadership in fast-paced environments.
Why do I coach?
I coach to empower professionals to achieve their career goals, drawing on leadership experience at Microsoft, LinkedIn, and Lyft. I’ve seen how great coaching can transform careers, and I’m passionate about guiding others to lead with clarity, confidence, and impact.
Work Experience
Executive Coach
Talent Sherpas
September 2023 - Present
As an Executive Coach and Founder of Talent Sherpas, I help tech leaders, founders, and high-performers unlock their next level—whether that’s scaling their leadership, navigating change, or making bold career moves. I blend 20+ years in executive search, talent strategy, and people leadership with cutting-edge insight into AI’s role in the future of work. My coaching is grounded, strategic, and built for leaders who want clarity, confidence, and real momentum.
Director of Customer Success
Gem Software
August 2021 - September 2023
Hiring Manager
As Director of Customer Success at Gem, I led a 50-person org across SMB to Enterprise, building and scaling functions including Learning & Development, Support, and Professional Services. My focus was on driving retention, expansion, and long-term value—while navigating tough quarters with clarity and resilience. I built new teams from the ground up and coached leaders at every level to deliver under pressure. I also served as Gem’s chief evangelist, speaking at Gartner, TA Institute, and our Talent Summit. This experience informs how I coach leaders in hypergrowth, cross-functional leadership, and team performance under pressure.
Director, Talent Management
Hillspire
June 2020 - July 2021
Hiring Manager
As Director of Talent Management at Hillspire—the family office of Eric and Wendy Schmidt—I supported leadership across philanthropic, scientific, and investment initiatives. Working with executives and teams spanning Schmidt Futures, Schmidt Ocean Institute, and more, I helped align talent strategy with mission-driven outcomes. This experience deepened my ability to coach senior leaders navigating complexity, influence without authority, and drive culture across diverse, high-impact organizations.
Strategic Sourcing
Lyft
January 2019 - May 2020
Hiring Manager
At Lyft, I led a 30-person global team across Talent Sourcing, Talent Intelligence, and Employer Branding. We scaled hiring through data-driven sourcing strategies, CRM and process optimization, and a strong focus on proactive DEI recruiting. This role sharpened my ability to coach leaders on building high-performing, inclusive teams—especially during periods of hypergrowth, organizational change, or when systems need to catch up with scale.
Senior Manager - Talent Intelligence
Microsoft
November 2017 - December 2018
Hiring Manager
At Microsoft, I led the Global Talent Intelligence team, delivering data-driven insights to guide decisions on location strategy, diversity initiatives, and emerging market expansion. I also oversaw performance strategy for Microsoft’s global career site. This work honed my ability to coach leaders on making high-impact decisions with imperfect data, navigating scale, and aligning talent strategy with long-term business growth.
Global Talent Market Strategist
August 2013 - 2017
Hiring Manager
At LinkedIn, I served as the Global Talent Market Strategist, leading a cross-regional team focused on building the future of data-driven recruiting. I partnered with senior leaders across North America, EMEA, and APAC to scale hiring, operationalize insights, and drive strategic sourcing innovation. This experience fuels my coaching for global leaders navigating scale, hypergrowth, and the evolving intersection of data, talent, and business impact.
Senior Associate
Korn Ferry
November 2010 - August 2013
At Korn/Ferry, I spent nearly three years identifying and placing executive talent across the U.S. and Japan for Fortune 500s and major multinationals. In San Francisco, I focused on global sales, IT leadership, and enterprise tech. In Tokyo, I partnered with both Western and Japanese firms navigating complex cross-cultural hiring and leadership needs. This work sharpened my ability to coach executives on high-stakes transitions, global leadership, and building teams that bridge business, culture, and strategy.
Matt was also given offers to work at
Meta (Facebook)
Rippling
Education
MIT Sloan
Artificial Intelligence: Implications for Business Strategy
2023 - 2023
6-week executive program on Artificial Intelligence at MIT Sloan and CSAIL, focused on how AI is reshaping leadership, strategy, and the future of work. This experience deepened my ability to coach clients navigating the intersection of technology and human capital. We explored key innovations like machine learning and NLP, but more importantly, how they impact decision-making, team dynamics, and career paths. For leaders looking to stay ahead, adopt AI responsibly, or future-proof their role, this training allows me to bring a strategic, human-centered lens to every coaching conversation.
Stanford Graduate School of Business
Managing Talent For Strategic Advantage, Business Administration and Management, General
2015 - 2015
I completed Stanford GSB’s Managing Talent for Strategic Advantage program, focused on aligning talent strategy with business outcomes. The course explored how leadership, brand, and people practices intersect to drive performance at scale. This experience sharpened my ability to coach executives on building high-impact teams, attracting top talent, and connecting personal leadership to organizational strategy. For clients navigating growth, change, or culture challenges, I bring a strategic lens to both the human and business sides of leadership.
University of California, San Diego
Bachelors, Political Science
1998 - 2000
18 Reviews
Overall Rating
5.0
Matt has helped clients get into these companies: