Speakers

“Empowering growth through learning, leadership, and lasting impact.”

Matthew Clarke is a dynamic executive with over 20 years of transformative leadership in corporate learning, change management, and strategic organizational development. As Vice President of Learning & Development at The FGF Group, Matthew champions innovative, people-centric approaches to cultivating leadership talent, driving performance, and building agile teams prepared for the future of work. With deep expertise in instructional design, project planning, and leadership coaching, he is known for translating complex challenges into clear, actionable solutions that elevate organizations and empower individuals at all levels.

Throughout his career, Matthew has revolutionized workplace learning by shifting from traditional models to high-impact, digital-first strategies that resonate across industries and demographics. At FGF, he built scalable learning architectures that not only support business goals but also foster inclusive cultures of accountability, innovation, and excellence. His hands-on leadership style and collaborative mindset ensure strategic alignment with senior executives and frontline teams alike, creating a continuous feedback loop that keeps learning agile and business relevant.

Before assuming his current role, Matthew served as Director of Learning & Development for North America at FGF Brands. In this capacity, he spearheaded the implementation of an enterprise-wide digital learning ecosystem and redefined leadership development strategy. He helped bridge learning needs across departments, integrating data analytics to improve training impact and decision-making.

Matthew also brings vital experience from consumer-facing environments such as Holt Renfrew, where he managed compliance, performance, and leadership training during a time of rapid retail evolution. His work laid the foundation for future-forward skill development, internal mobility, and increased employee engagement. His earlier role at Amazon as Learning Manager sharpened his skills in team development, operational metrics alignment, and delivering results in high-volume, high-speed environments.

A certified professional in multiple learning and change methodologies Matthew is also an expert in LMS implementation, eLearning development, and talent analytics. His technical fluency and human-centered design philosophy allow him to create learning systems that are both measurable and meaningful.

Matthew remains an active contributor to thought leadership in the fields of leadership development and AI in workplace education. He is a frequent speaker on these topics, inspiring both emerging and established leaders to embrace continuous learning as a strategic advantage.

Passionate about mentorship, youth engagement, and lifelong growth, Matthew is engaged in identifying board opportunities where he can contribute his strategic insight, expansive network, and deep operational expertise. He is especially interested in supporting organizations through transformation, talent development, and scaling sustainable leadership models.