Matthew Tilley

Matthew Tilley has a diverse and extensive work experience in the music industry spanning over two decades. Matthew is currently serving as the Head of Artist and Industry Development at beatBread since July 2020. Prior to this, from January 2021 to September 2021, they worked at 300 Entertainment in the role of Fan Engagement.

From 2016 to 2020, Matthew held the position of VP, Consumer Engagement at Universal Music Group. Before that, they worked as the Senior Vice President, Business Development at Disciple Media from February 2014 to January 2016, where they collaborated with influential figures in the U.S. entertainment industry. Matthew'sclients included renowned artists such as Luke Bryan, Rufus Wainwright, ODESZA, and David Villa (NYCFC).

Matthew's career journey in the music industry began in 1996 at PolyGram International as an International Product Manager. Matthew then worked as a Marketing Manager at Universal Music International from 1998 to 2000, followed by roles at Island Def Jam Music Group as a Senior Director, International Marketing from 2000 to 2006. Matthew later joined Capitol Music Group as the Senior Vice President, International Marketing from April 2006 to June 2008. Matthew proceeded to EMI Music, where they held the position of Senior Vice President Global Marketing from December 2008 to January 2014.

Overall, Matthew Tilley has demonstrated their expertise and leadership in various aspects of the music industry, including artist and industry development, fan engagement, consumer engagement, business development, and global marketing.

Matthew Tilley attended the University of West London from 1988 to 1992, where they obtained a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) degree in Business Studies with a focus on Marketing. During the same period, they also earned a separate Bachelor of Arts (Hons) degree in Business Studies, specializing in Marketing. In May 1992, Matthew obtained a Diploma in Marketing from the Chartered Institute of Marketing (UK).