Matt started his career in information technology as a linux system administrator in 2002, eventually becoming a consultant working for global clients in both the private and public sector. In 2011 he co-founded a full service pet-care company with Kristen, providing boarding, daycare, grooming, and other services. By 2014 he retired from consulting to focus 100% on the pet business, which he and Kristen still operate today. In his free-time he is a private pilot, plays golf, and spends time with his wife Amy, newborn son Finn, and charcoal lab Asher.