Matt’s journey to Raistone began with a strong foundation in investment banking, and principal investing, beginning his career at the Royal Bank of Scotland and more recently working at Accelerated Assets. He’s helped companies across industries raise capital through loans and bond financing to manage their liquidity profile, make acquisitions, fund capital expenditures, and accomplish other business goals. His past experience was crucial in developing his expertise in capital raising and financial structuring, which he now applies at Raistone.
Having joined the Raistone Distribution team in early 2022, Matt noted that he was intrigued by the unique blend of investment banking and fintech startup culture. “I wasn’t actively seeking a new role, but Raistone’s mission and dynamic environment quickly resonated with me,” he said. “Everyone’s input is valued, fostering a collaborative atmosphere, and that allows for healthy debate – across departments and different levels of seniority – always around what is the best thing for our client.”
The Distribution team assists businesses pursuing funding to manage their working capital and grow by connecting clients and investors. They work to provide capital from a broad spectrum of investors to provide clients looking for financial backing with the best possible terms and pricing, ultimately establishing a highly scalable solution.
In his role, Matt oversees the sale of trade finance assets such as accounts receivable and payables to a diverse and expanding range of institutional investors. He is also instrumental in managing internal loan facilities and funding needs. His responsibilities include relationship management, financial analysis, and deal structuring.
Amongst his achievements at Raistone, Matt has helped distribute over $4 billion in assets annually. “Seeing the process with a funding partner from the initial conversation to successfully closing a $100 million deal is incredibly rewarding,” he remarked. “It’s gratifying to watch our efforts translate into successful transactions that benefit both our clients and investors.”
Matt particularly enjoys how Raistone has a collaborative and innovative environment. “We have a bias towards action, a bias towards yes,” he explained. “So, tackling problems with ‘how do we solve it?’ as opposed to, ‘well, that’s just not going to work.’ There’s a commitment to continuous improvement. Everybody is always pushing the boundaries of what we can achieve together in new areas and being open minded to trying something different.”
Reflecting on Raistone recently surpassing $10 billion in financing, Matt is grateful for the opportunity to be part of the team. “Reaching this milestone is a testament to the hard work and dedication of everyone at Raistone,” he said. “I’m excited to continue growing with the company, alongside of our clients and partners, as everybody accomplishes their own unique financial goals.”
Matt’s commitment to excellence and his passion for building meaningful relationships make him an invaluable member of the Raistone team, driving both client satisfaction and investor success.
Outside of work, Matt enjoys spending time with his family, including his wife and two energetic sons. His hobbies include participating in sports such as skiing, golf, and tennis, as well as coaching youth hockey – something he can share with his family. “Our kids keep us very busy, and it’s fulfilling to see them develop an interest in the activities we love. So, teaching them and seeing that that go full circle is very satisfying,” he said with a smile.
