Matthew joined PLUS Communications after working as an appropriations intern for Invariant. Before that, he gained experience as a federal relations intern for the University of Georgia, a policy intern for an Athens-Clarke County commissioner, and a congressional intern for Representative Lucy McBath.

Matthew grew up in Dalton, GA and graduated from the University of Georgia with a BA in political science and a Master of Public Administration. He enjoys jogging, listening to new music, and college football. He took great pride in being a UGA student when the Dawgs won their back-to-back national championships.