Matt is a nationally known motivational speaker who has been motivating audiences of all ages across the country since 2013. His journey began in the comfort zone, but everything changed when he chose to embrace discomfort, chase growth, and pursue the life he knew he was meant to live. Over the years, he’s transformed his mindset, body, and purpose—turning personal challenges into fuel for a greater mission. Today, Matt speaks with raw energy and powerful storytelling to inspire others to step beyond fear and go after their own “What’s Next?” Every audience he meets is an opportunity to ignite lasting change and prove that the impossible is always within reach.
Matt ran cross country in high school but never truly gave it 100%. After graduation, running faded from his life, along with any real attention to diet, nutrition, or fitness. Everything changed when he found the right people who challenged him to rise higher—he went from barely walking a block to running 100-mile ultra-marathons. Today, Matt’s day begins at 4AM with a workout and a run that flips the switch into Wild Animal Mode, setting the tone to conquer each day as a husband, father, and professional. Running has become more than a physical pursuit for him—it’s a mindset, a mission, and a mirror reflecting the strongest version of who he is becoming. And the wildest part is—this is only the beginning.
Matt is a College Board–recognized high school counselor who has been working in education since 2008. With a bachelor’s degree in special education and a master’s degree in school counseling, he brings both experience and heart to every student interaction. Matt believes that showing up as his best self begins long before the school day starts—that’s why he dedicates “the other 18 hours” outside of work to personal growth, discipline, and purpose. He genuinely enjoys celebrating his students’ wins, guiding them through challenges, and being a steady, positive presence in their lives. Matt takes pride in being a consistent role model who reminds each student that they are capable of conquering their own impossible when they commit to becoming the best version of themselves.
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