Matt Neal

Matt Neal has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Matt has worked as a Senior Director Regulatory Affairs Operations at Atara Biotherapeutics since November 2019. Prior to that, they served as a Public Benefit Impact Committee member at Lykos Therapeutics. In 2021, they became a Podcaster, Producer, and Certified Coach at BillionMinds. Matt also founded Lightning Rod Media in 2019, where they served as the Founder and Keynote Speaker. Matt was the Chief Information Officer at Kelly Drive Productions from 2016. Additionally, they have experience in the music industry as a Drummer at Weathervane Music Organization since 1980. Matt also worked as a Freelance Writer and Comic at Matt Neal Comedy starting from 2011. In the pharmaceutical sector, they held various positions at LIQUENT, a PAREXEL Company, Amgen, and GlaxoSmithKline, including Senior Director of Product Management, Director of Global Regulatory Affairs & Safety, Senior Manager of Regulatory Affairs, and Manager of Regulatory Operations.

Matt Neal has a Master of Arts (MA) degree in Communication from Temple University, which they obtained from 2000 to 2002. Matt also holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Communication from West Chester University of Pennsylvania, earned between 1990 and 1994. Additionally, they have a Master's Certificate in Business Analysis from Villanova University, completed in 2007. Matt Neal also attended Saint Pius X High School from 1987 to 1990. Furthermore, they have obtained certifications including BillionMinds Certified Coach and Personal Effectiveness in the Digital Era, both obtained in 2021. Matt also completed the Mastering Business Analysis program at Villanova University, although the specific year of completion is not provided.