Matthew has been facilitating diverse groups to learn and work together for more than fifteen years.  He has particular interests in organisational development linking team and whole systems approaches with individual coaching, and for developing capacities for transformation in a futures context.

Matthew's background is in business development and leadership education, working with major commercial, public and non-profit organisations.   He is a member of the International Association of Facilitators, a Trustee of Edinburgh's OneCity Trust, a Board member of CSV Scotland, Vice Chairman of the Association of Scotland's Self-Caterers, and member of the Advisory Group of Communities of the Future. He holds an MBA from the University of Edinburgh and the CIPD Advanced Certificate in Coaching & Mentoring.

Before he set up Creative Exchange with Dee Hennessy, he spent seven years as Programme Director with Common Purpose, the international independent civic education programme for emerging leaders from all sectors. Planning, delivering and facilitating the Edinburgh programme saw him working directly with senior decision makers, organisations and strategic issues across the private, public, voluntary and community sectors.

Prior to joining Common Purpose, his career included business consultancy, leisure management and scientific publishing.

Matthew lives in Edinburgh’s New Town with his partner, Alison.  He likes the concept of being a Weaving Wizard.