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Matthew Sozio

Raleigh,NC

Summary

Experienced leader with a proven track record of driving business development and strategy initiatives from concept to completion seeking opportunities to advance the adoption of new and exciting technologies.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager, Business Development

NSL Analytical Services
01.2024 - Current
  • Implemented strategic sales tactics to increase revenue and market share in the additive manufacturing industry (70% growth in 1st year).
  • Established relationships with key decision makers to promote the growth and retention of partners.
  • Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients in assigned territory.

Manager, Business Development & Strategy

ADDiTEC
08.2023 - 01.2024

Responsible for leading Business Development and Strategy for all metal 3D printing at ADDiTEC.

  • Established and maintained relationships with key stakeholders to ensure successful execution of initiatives
  • Analyzed market trends and identified new business opportunities to drive growth
  • Developed and implemented pricing and sales strategies to maximize customer value
  • Developed and monitored key performance indicators to track progress and measure results
  • Negotiated complex contracts with vendors and clients and managed contract execution

Sr. Leader, Business Development & Strategy

Xerox, Elem Additive
10.2020 - 08.2023

Acquired by ADDiTEC

  • Led M&A activities resulting in the acquisition of Xerox's 3D printing business
  • Developed and executed initiatives to drive profitable growth and market share gains for the organization
  • Led teams in the creation and implementation of business plans, including analysis of market trends, competitive landscape, and customer segmentation
  • Established and utilized metrics to measure performance and ensure accuracy in business development and strategy initiatives
  • Delivered high-impact presentations to senior management and potential clients/partners

Business Development Consultant

Xerox Corporation
02.2019 - 10.2020

Led business development efforts to launch Xerox's 3D printing business, Elem Additive.

  • Managed a range of business development initiatives, from market research to product launch
  • Selected to the Xerox Vista Leadership program for the highest potential associates

Intrapreneur

Xerox Corporation
05.2018 - 02.2019

Supported Xerox's Webster Innovation Group in collaboration with PARC to explore new technologies.

  • Managed cross-functional teams to ensure successful completion of projects on time and within budget
  • Analyzed customer feedback and used it to inform product and service design decisions

Product Innovation

DuPont
08.2017 - 02.2018
  • For my graduate thesis, I worked with DuPont to extend their innovation pipeline by developing and testing new product concepts to solve critical needs in hospital central sterile departments
  • These solutions have helped in the fight against healthcare-acquired infections

Founder

French Slide, LLC
04.2017 - 03.2021
  • French Slide is an internationally patented residential patio door technology that enables bidirectional sliding and hinging capabilities.
  • 3 patents granted.

Education

Masters Degree - Product Innovation

Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia
05.2018

Skills

  • Strategy Development
  • Competitive Analysis
  • Product-Market-Fit
  • Contract Negotiations
  • CRM & ERP Software
  • Sales/Partnerships
  • Product Management
  • Team Leadership

Timeline

Manager, Business Development

NSL Analytical Services
01.2024 - Current

Manager, Business Development & Strategy

ADDiTEC
08.2023 - 01.2024

Sr. Leader, Business Development & Strategy

Xerox, Elem Additive
10.2020 - 08.2023

Business Development Consultant

Xerox Corporation
02.2019 - 10.2020

Intrapreneur

Xerox Corporation
05.2018 - 02.2019

Product Innovation

DuPont
08.2017 - 02.2018

Founder

French Slide, LLC
04.2017 - 03.2021

Masters Degree - Product Innovation

Virginia Commonwealth University
Matthew Sozio