Matt Sernaker

Matt Sernaker has a diverse work experience in various roles and positions. Matt started their career as the Director of AV Services and Director of Sales at Swank Audio Visuals/PSAV from 2007 to 2014. During this time, they were responsible for sales negotiation, event production, and operational planning. Matt then joined ComicsOnline in 2007 as the Managing Editor and Director of Media Relations, where they handled media relations, business development, and editorial oversight.

In 2014, Matt moved on to Five-Star, where they held multiple positions, including AV Sales Manager, Experiential Event Producer, Executive Experiential Producer, National Director of Experiential Production, Vice President of Sales Development, and Chief Operating Officer. Their responsibilities included sales negotiation, event production, executive leadership, and strategic business development.

In 2023, Matt worked as a Business Development Director at the Lake Forest Graduate School of Management and the Lake Forest Center for Leadership. Matt collaborated with teams to build effective leadership development solutions and tailored programs that align with organizational goals and culture.

Overall, Matt has shown expertise in sales, business development, event production, and leadership throughout their career.

Matt Sernaker is currently pursuing an MBA at Lake Forest Graduate School of Management, with an expected completion date between 2023 and 2025. Matt previously earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Film and Digital Media from the University of California, Santa Cruz. Additionally, Matt has obtained various certifications in leadership communication, sales, marketing, personal branding, and other professional skills from institutions like Northwestern University, Lake Forest Graduate School of Management, ZoomInfo, and LinkedIn.