Matt brings an unusual combination of 27 years leading large-scale consumer private equity deals at Bain Capital with board experience at major franchises like the Boston Celtics and Michaels Stores, giving him both institutional investing expertise and hands-on operator perspective that most early-stage VCs lack. He also manages his own family investment office alongside Verity, which creates a more patient, relationship-driven approach with founders compared to typical institutional investors. Matt brings an unusual combination of 27 years leading large-scale consumer private equity deals at Bain Capital with board experience at major franchises like the Boston Celtics and Michaels Stores, giving him both institutional investing expertise and hands-on operator perspective that most early-stage VCs lack. He also manages his own family investment office alongside Verity, which creates a more patient, relationship-driven approach with founders compared to typical institutional investors.