Matt Howdershell

CTO and Global Technology Strategy Director at Microsoft

Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, United States

About Matt Howdershell

Matt Howdershell is CTO and Global Technology Strategy Director at Microsoft. Location: Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, United States.

I’m a CTO/technology strategist and enterprise sales leader who thrives at the intersection of AI, cloud, data, and Life Sciences/Healthcare innovation. For more than a decade, I’ve helped global organizations modernize their operations, strengthen security, accelerate R&D, and unlock new commercial growth through intelligent, scalable solutions. My career has been shaped by one core belief: technology only matters when it moves the business forward. Whether I’m guiding a Fortune 100 through AI adoption, leading technical sales teams, or partnering with executives to solve mission‑critical challenges, I focus on outcomes—faster decisions, smarter operations, stronger resilience, and measurable revenue impact. A defining part of my work is developing leaders and building teams that outperform expectations. I’ve led diverse groups of technical specialists, account executives, and cross‑functional partners—coaching them to think strategically, communicate with clarity, and execute with confidence. My teams are known for their trust, accountability, and ability to deliver under pressure. I believe great leadership is about elevating others, and I invest heavily in helping people grow into the best versions of themselves. I’ve led transformations across supply chain, manufacturing, clinical operations, and patient experience, helping organizations reduce risk, improve efficiency, and compete in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. My work consistently delivers results such as improved forecasting accuracy, reduced operational bottlenecks, enhanced security posture, and multimillion‑dollar growth opportunities. What I bring to every role: - Executive‑level leadership across enterprise accounts, global teams, and complex stakeholder environments - Leader‑of‑leaders experience, developing talent, strengthening culture, and building high‑performing organizations - Deep industry expertise in Healthcare & Life Sciences, including R&D, pharma, medtech, and provider ecosystems - Technical credibility in AI, cloud architecture, data platforms, cybersecurity, and intelligent automation - Commercial impact through strategic account growth, value‑based selling, and long‑term partnership development - A calm, structured approach to solving high‑stakes problems and guiding organizations through change I’m energized by the opportunity to blend strategic thinking, technical depth, and people‑centered leadership to help organizations innovate, scale, and win.

Skills

  • Creativity and Innovation
  • Operations Management
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Additional experience

  • Senior Director, Tech Strategy and Portfolio Management

    GSK

    August 2017 – July 2019

Education

  • BS, Rowan University
  • Doctor of Law, Rutgers Law School