Matthew Blum

Matthew Blum is an experienced professional in ticketing and hospitality management with a strong background in sports events. Currently serving as the Senior Ticketing & Hospitality Project Manager at FIFA since February 2018, Matthew has been responsible for developing and implementing the FIFA Ticketing Policy while managing projects and liaising with stakeholders. Prior to this role, Matthew worked at Red Bull as a Ticketing & Merchandise Manager and previously as a Ticketing & Hospitality Manager, where responsibilities included establishing sales networks and managing budgets. Matthew's earlier experience includes positions at the International Paralympic Committee and London 2012, focusing on event management and accreditation processes. Matthew holds a Bachelor's degree in Tourism and Travel Services Management from Oxford Brookes University and an International Baccalaureate Bilingual Diploma from Frankfurt International School.