(678) 526-3543
602 Miller Avenue, Tybee Island, GA, 31328, 
Subjects: All Subjects, Agencies/Regulations, Alcohol, Animals/Agriculture, Appropriations/Budgets, Business/Commerce, Cannabis/Drug Legalization, Children/Family/Women, City/County Government, Consumer Protection, Education, Energy/Utilities, Environment/Recycling, Finance/Banking, Gaming, Health Care, Housing/Real Estate/Development/Construction, Insurance, Labor/Unions, Manufacturing, Non-Profit, Pharmaceuticals, Planning/Land Use/Zoning, Professional/Vocational Licensing, Retail, RFP/Procurement, Science/Technology, Taxes, Telecommunications, Tobacco, Tourism/Hospitality, Transportation/Vehicles
Guided by a strong moral compass, a can-do work ethic, and relationships across the map, I've made a name for myself as a lobbyist who gets it done.
1) AMERICANS FOR PATIENT ACCESS, INC.
2) B.I.G. Entertainment Network
3) Bryan County Chamber of Commerce
6) Coastal Entertainment Alliance
7) Combat Boots 2 the Boardroom
8) Entertainment Tourism Alliance of Georgia
11) Georgia REALTORS
11-15 years
Successful passage of various Tax Credits to stimulate Economic Development and Job creation. Entertainment Industry, Railroad, etc.
Successful passage of multiple pieces of legislation to protect private property rights, enhance access to home ownership, and more.
Gained many advances in Rail and Workplace Safety
Top Lobbyists Awards - James Magazine
Peer Awards for Lobbyist accomplishments / performance
Industry Awards - Logistics, Rail
Non-Profit Awards - awareness and fundraising campaigns
Statewide relationships across a broad array of industries such as Georgia Ports, Film Industry, Agriculture (Marine and Land), Local Chambers of Commerce, Veterans Affairs, and more.
Solid relationships with House and Senate Leadership in both parties.
Solid relationship with Georgia Governor. Appointed by Gov. Kemp in 2020 to serve on Georgia Service & Volunteer Commission.
Solid relationships with agencies such as Public Service Commission, Econ Development, and others
A strong presence in Tourism and Economic Development, Labor, Regulated Industries, Transportation, Creative Arts, and other Committees.
Matt's professional career began at the age of nineteen, as a Savannah Railroad Conductor. While working on the railroad across the southeast, Matt served as Legislative Representative, a role in which he advocated for safe work conditions, engaged in local and state politics, and promoted economic development. Next, he was elected statewide to advocate on behalf of Railroad Employees and Retirees under the Gold Dome, proudly serving for thirteen legislative sessions. In 2016, Matt was named a Rising Star by Progressive Railroading Magazine. After decades of successful collaboration with business owners, communities, and elected officials throughout the state on important economic and social initiatives, Matt found Georgia Matters LLC, an award-winning Government Relations Firm.