Matthew is originally from Tacoma, Washington. After graduating with a Double-Major in Economics and Political Science from Macalester College where he played varsity tennis, he went on to work on Minneapolis Elections where he worked as an Organizer, Campaign Manager, Data Director & Fundraiser on numerous campaigns including Councilmember Linea Palmisano's successful re-election and Martha Holton Dimick's upset primary victory in the Hennepin County Attorney race in addition to other City Council and Congressional races. When not working or playing tennis, you can find Matthew playing golf, drinking tea and watching English Soccer.