Matthew Columbus

Matthew Columbus is an experienced professional in public relations and advertising, currently serving as an Associate Manager at OMD USA since May 2019. Concurrently, Matthew has been a Rock Climbing Instructor and Coach at Chicago Athletic Clubs since June 2016, where responsibilities include coaching a senior competitive high school team and teaching introductory courses. Previous roles include Account Coordinator at GCI Health, Fellow at Hawthorne Strategy Group, and Outdoor Recreation Trip Leader at DePaul University Ray Meyer Fitness and Recreation Center, where trip logistics were planned for various outdoor activities. Matthew also interned in public relations with Heartland Blood Centers and contributed to sustainability efforts as a member of the Green Team at DePaul University. Matthew holds a Master's Degree and Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations and Advertising from DePaul University.