Matt Essen

Matt Essen has extensive experience in financial management and procurement across multiple companies. At Albemarle Corporation, Matt served as Manager of Global Procurement, managing a $35 million annual spend and improving contract review efficiency. As Advisor Analyst at Wells Fargo, Matt oversaw a $10 billion reinsurance portfolio and executed a complex hedging program. Experience at Duro Bag Manufacturing encompassed overseeing treasury operations and risk management, while time at Chiquita involved implementing hedging strategies that protected $40 million in income. Additional roles included overseeing global liquidity at Albemarle Corporation as Manager of Global Treasury and Director of Treasury Operations at Hillenbrand Inc., focusing on compliance and credit facility management. Matt held positions ranging from Manager to VP & Treasurer in various companies, consistently demonstrating leadership in financial risk management, capital markets, and treasury operations.