Matthew H. Foster, M.Ed.
Matt has held a variety of roles in the organizational development field, such as instructional designer, curriculum manager, learning and development lead, organizational coach, change manager, facilitator, and program manager for several leadership development initiatives. He has developed numerous programs and courses at both operational and executive levels, collaborating with leaders from various sectors to analyze needs and design customized programs for their specific audiences.
Throughout his career he has focused on creating a client centered, data driven environment that improves all levels of the organization.
He has contributed to numerous curriculum development and change management projects across a variety of areas, including: Organizational Onboarding for new graduates and established professionals, Executive Leadership for the United Nations and various NGOs, Resistance and Irregular Warfare for Special Operations European Command, Preservation of the Force and Family for Operators, Interagency Cooperation for Special Operations, Cyberspace Planning for Intel Planners, Design Thinking, and Simulated Society (SIMSOC) for Executives, among others.
His experience spans multiple sectors, including higher and secondary education, the military, nonprofit organizations, international humanitarian work, small businesses, utilities and energy, as well as many other mid to large-sized organizations.
Background:
Education / Learning Consultant
Middle / High School Principal
ESE Case Manager
ESOL Teacher
History / Economics / Marine Science Teacher
Education:
Master of Education – University of South Florida
Bachelor of Arts – Mercer University
Work / Organizations:
UN - United Nations
USSOCOM - United States Special Operations Command
USAID - United States Agency for International Development
Harvard University
Microsoft
Various School Districts
Sectors:
Education (Secondary and Higher)
Defense
International Humanitarian
Non-Profit
Energy / Utilities
Small Business