Matt Hughes
US High-Tech Industry Leader, USVenture Capital and Private Equity Investor
Member Since March 2022
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I am currently the U.S. High-Tech Industry Sales Leader at Microsoft. I have been with Microsoft since April 2020, and in my role I am focused on leading Microsoft's High-Tech Industry perspective, which includes aligning with the global tech trends today and those that are emerging. I am passionate about partnerships, especially between startups, software platforms, enterprises as well as venture capital and private equity markets. I am committed to leveraging commercial executive insights and our vast ecosystem to identify unique industry market opportunities for our customers and partners. I also lead an internal Tech community of 1,000+ members at Microsoft, which consists of sharing thought leadership and insights on a monthly alignment call as we continue to define High-Tech for the organization. Prior to Microsoft, I had the opportunity to work with Adobe for four years, serving as the VP Enterprise Sales for Digital Marketing and later Digital Media. During my time with Adobe, I was hyper-focused on leading the Adobe/Microsoft Partnership in the West, Central, and Latin America. Before Adobe, I spent time with Amobee of Tel-Aviv Israel, serving as their Director of Global Sales, where I created a net new revenue stream from the mobile advertising ecosystem to offset the capital expense of for mobile infrastructure between the carriers and enterprises. I was also a proud employee of Cisco Systems for 16 years. I started off at the tech behemoth as the Manager of Partner Operations, Sprint, AT&T and Service Provider Sales Leader, and I eventually rose through the ranks to the position of US Leader, Sales and Partnerships, Americas Mobility. Some notable personal accomplishments at Cisco include being the corporate mobility evangelist and being responsible for initiating the Cisco/Apple partnership. I currently reside in California with my wife of 20 years and my two wonderful children. I am a graduate of University of Wisconsin-Madison, where I received a BA in Psychology/Physiology and an MBA in Information Technology. I am a regular speaker, author, podcaster, and more.
Matt Hughes
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If you’ve ever ordered pizza or fast food online, you’ve likely seen artificial intelligence in action, perhaps in the form of food suggestions based on your previous orders or, if it’s a national chain, a menu of special deals specific to your local area. AI has already penetrated the restaurant industry, but according to tech experts, it’s likely to soon bring even more to the table. From enabling easy selections and personalized experiences for diners to freeing up chefs’ time so they can explore their culinary creativity, AI could change how restaurateurs manage day-to-day operations and serve their valued customers. Below, 13 members of Forbes Technology Council detail ways AI may soon revolutionize the restaurant industry and how these developments will impact both workers and patrons.
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In today’s digital, fast-moving marketplace, many businesses are undertaking digitization initiatives. The goals may be many, including streamlining processes, enhancing data collection, reducing production and service costs, boosting the customer experience and even optimizing sustainability practices. Since digitization seeks transformation through technology, tech leaders are often the ones tasked with creating and steering the plans. By clearly identifying desired outcomes and considering the needs and perspectives of all stakeholders, a tech leader can ensure the digitization initiative they design has a good chance of achieving its goals. Below, 20 members of Forbes Technology Council share their expert tips for companies and tech leaders setting out on the digitization journey.
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