Matthew's is one of the most recognisable faces in the UK events industry. He has held senior roles in national and global agencies and been a frequent commentator on MICE issues in the industry press.

At BCD Meetings & Events, Matthew served as EMEA VP in a number of capacities, with strategic responsibility for operations, marketing, communications and supplier relations. He sat as part of the agency's EMEA and global leadership teams.

Now spending his time as a consultant to some of the world's leading event and meetings management companies, Matthew is in demand as a strategic and tactical advisor on the many issues confronting agencies large and small. An entertaining and engaging public speaker at industry events around the world, Matthew facilitates meetings of all shapes and sizes.

Matthew is also Creator & Editor-in-Chief of Wall’s World - www.wallsworld.co.uk - a popular events industry blog that takes a humorous look at some of the world's great meeting and event destinations.