Matthew (Matt) Brown is a visionary leader and proven executive specializing in supply chain innovation, strategic project management, and operational excellence. With a distinguished career spanning over a decade, Matthew has successfully managed complex strategic initiatives, consistently delivering substantial financial improvements and operational advancements across global enterprises.

Currently the Founder, President & CEO of AI Works – For The People, Inc. (doing business as Leverage – For The People), Matthew is dedicated to revolutionizing the way everyday consumers leverage artificial intelligence to secure economic empowerment. Under his leadership, AI Works is pioneering consumer-driven solutions that deliver human-centered convenience, fairness, and transparency through advanced AI technology.

Matthew’s extensive professional background includes leading strategic initiatives across retail, distribution, and manufacturing, achieving multimillion-dollar EBITA improvements. His tenure at Silgan Plastics as Supply Chain Category Manager included responsibility for 16+ indirect spend categories, successfully exceeding 10% cost savings through supplier negotiations and strategic optimization across North America.

Prior to this role, Matthew led innovative technology implementation projects at Core & Main, managing digital transformation initiatives across 250+ branch locations nationally. His expertise in data-driven solutions was further exemplified at ALDI Inc., where he spearheaded projects achieving over $20 million in bottom-line cost reductions through supply chain network optimization and advanced analytics.

Globally, Matthew served as a founding member of ALDI’s first international Supply Chain Center of Excellence in Austria, where he collaborated with teams from Austria, Germany, the UK, and Australia. This role showcased his ability to lead international teams, optimize global operations, and deliver substantial organizational impacts.

Matthew holds a Bachelor of Science in Business with a major in Logistics and Supply Chain Management from Missouri State University. Known for inspirational leadership, operational excellence, and a relentless drive for strategic improvement, he has consistently fostered accountable and high-performing organizational cultures.

Outside of his professional endeavors, Matthew enjoys spending quality time with his family, swimming, hiking, exploring new technology trends, and engaging actively in his local community.