Matthew Englehart
Chief Information Officer
Professional Overview
Matthew Englehart is an accomplished Chief Information Officer with over 15 years of experience driving digital transformation and operational excellence across diverse industries. He is known for his strategic vision, technical expertise, and ability to lead high-performing IT teams in delivering innovative solutions that enhance organizational efficiency and competitiveness.
Current Role
As the Chief Information Officer at Hearthside Food Solutions, Matthew is responsible for overseeing the company's end-to-end technology strategy and operations. He leads a team of IT professionals in implementing robust, scalable infrastructure, streamlining business processes, and leveraging emerging technologies to drive continuous improvements. Under his leadership, Hearthside has achieved significant improvements in operational efficiency, data-driven decision-making, and customer satisfaction.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Matthew held various senior IT leadership positions, including Vice President of IT Transformation and Process Excellence at Fremont Solutions Group, Global Chief Information Officer at Soligent, and Vice President of Information Technology at Xerox. In these roles, he successfully led large-scale IT modernization initiatives, implemented enterprise-wide process automation, and spearheaded the development of innovative digital solutions that enhanced business performance and customer experiences.
Earlier in his career, Matthew held IT management and business analysis roles at Tyson Foods and Tellabs, where he honed his skills in IT governance, data management, and quality assurance.
Academic Background
Matthew holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering with a Minor in Business Administration from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Areas of Expertise
- IT strategy and digital transformation
- Enterprise-wide process optimization
- Cloud infrastructure and automation
- Data analytics and business intelligence
- Cybersecurity and risk management
- IT team leadership and talent development
Professional Impact
Under Matthew's leadership, the organizations he has served have achieved significant operational improvements and competitive advantages. Some key accomplishments include:
- Driving a 25% reduction in IT operating costs through the implementation of a cloud-based infrastructure and automation at Soligent
- Spearheading the development of a custom business intelligence platform that enabled a 40% improvement in data-driven decision-making at Xerox
- Leading the successful integration of IT systems and processes following a major acquisition at Tyson Foods, resulting in a 15% increase in operational efficiency
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, technical expertise, and proven track record of driving transformational change, Matthew Englehart is well-positioned to continue making a significant impact as a strategic IT leader. He is committed to leveraging emerging technologies and data-driven insights to help organizations achieve their business objectives and stay ahead of the competition.
