Matthew Aghai

Matthew Aghai is an executive and people leader with two decades of global experience in reforestation, natural resource management, and climate resilience innovation. Currently serving as Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Viridian Ecosystems, Aghai unites technology with commercial opportunities to create durable environmental solutions. Previously, Aghai held roles such as Chief Science Officer at Mast Reforestation and Senior Director of Biological Research and Development at DroneSeed, contributing significantly to biotech product development and large-scale reforestation strategies. Aghai's extensive background spans the public, private, and nonprofit sectors, focusing on responsible resource management and advocacy for nature and its stewards. Aghai is also an advisory board member at the University of Montana and remains engaged in education as a board member at Foray Bioscience.