Matthew was raised in Newman, Illinois and has lived there almost his entire life. He attended Newman High School until it closed and completed his high school education in Catlin, Illinois. He attended Parkland College.

Matthew is Director of Newman Regional Library in Newman, Illinois. He is a librarian by circumstance rather than education or background. His background is in computers, service, logistics and healthcare. He is a person that knows a little about a lot of things and finds that makes him useful in many situations.

Matthew joined the GSA Boosters, again, by circumstance. There was a need and he was there to fill it. He strongly believes in equality for all people and has strong technical skills, exactly the right type of person for the job.

His interests are gaming, Godzilla, politics and computers.