Dr. Matthew Heim is Chief Innovation Officer at Ezassi and possesses over 25 years’ experience in the areas of innovation and strategy.  Matthew is  responsible for business development of Ezassi products and services, including strategic partnerships, and has a proven track record in generating growth in both large corporations and startups alike.  Matthew is well known in the areas of innovation and strategy and has published several books, podcasts, and articles on the subject.  Matthew is considered one of the top thought leaders in the innovation space today, as he has helped hundreds of organizations develop essential innovation strategies and identify new breakthrough technologies that have led significant market disruptions.

Matthew has a BS in Computer Science from the University of Maryland, as well as an MS in Systems Management and a Ph.D. in Systems Science from the University of Southern California.

Dr. Matthew Heim is a seasoned leader in innovation, strategic planning and business transformation. As the Chief Innovation Officer at Ezassi, he drives innovation management, helping organizations harness emerging technologies and strategic partnerships to achieve competitive advantage.

With his strong foundation and broad ranging experience, Matthew has successfully led innovation strategy initiatives, business process improvements, strategic partnership developments, and startup accelerator initiatives on six continents. His expertise also extends into management consulting, organizational development, and program management, which enables him to help companies navigate complex transformations with agility.

Matthew’s passion for sustainability, paired with his deep understanding of competitive analysis, business development and new product development position him to produce solutions that are good for society, the earth and the bottom-line. This culmination of Matthew’s skills and experience position him as a trusted advisor to many organizations seeking growth and transformation.