Matt Moses

I purchased USA Raft in 2011 after managing multiple river outposts for the previous 10 years. I have directly overseen hiring, training, facilities management, USFS permits, sales and risk management in the decades in the commercial whitewater rafting industry.

My true passion has been providing a positive guest experience that furthers peoples desire and comfort level to get outdoors. While having been successful at this and truly loving the work I have done it was all swept away by Helene.

As the owner and more recently managing partner, the responsibilities have been many and the rewards have been great. Motivating people and leading small and large groups on river trips never got old and the position was a great fit for me.

• Led sea kayak tours in the Greek Isles
• Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
• Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
• Guided staff through periods of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
• Forge strong relationships with board members, providing regular updates on organizational progress and soliciting their expertise when needed.
• When 9/11 happened and international travel all but stopped for many months I led the company to determine a new direction of offering adventures in the midwest predominately. This was something though that I knew I did not want to stay and lead the transition of and moved back to Asheville.