About Matt

Matthew B. Thompson is a messaging architect with an intuitive talent for crafting and shaping effective communications. From complex policies to abstract concepts to public awareness and fundraising campaigns, his talent brings to life a compelling narrative that conveys how and why they’re important, and how they’ll impact people’s lives. 

Matt helps organizations and individuals convey stories that are both compelling and memorable from the board room to the halls of government to key stakeholders.

The author of hundreds of speeches, letters and opinion pieces for CEOs, U.S. Senators, presidential candidates, governors and agency officials, his work has garnered state, national and international attention. Matt has crafted some of the most highly anticipated policy speeches in Washington, D.C.

As the lead speechwriter for Texas Governor Rick Perry for four years and the author of the 2013 State of the State Address, Matt’s words helped cast influence across crucial industry sectors and core functions of government. He was responsible for the creation and execution of major publications, including the annual report for the Texas Emerging Technology Fund. He also authored and helped oversee the creative design of the end-of-term book for Texas’ longest-serving governor. 

A trusted advisor, Matt helped manage a 40-plus member team comprised of media relations, web, social media, Spanish-language media and constituent affairs. 

Matt is an award-winning journalist who has worked for six newspapers across multiple states. He recognized the need for newspapers to evolve and communicate with a technology-savvy consumer, helping bring two major Texas newspapers into the digital age.

His writing has appeared in national publications such as the Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, USA Today and the New York Times and his speeches have been presented on three continents.