Biography

Matt Downs is the President of Worldpay for Platforms and a seasoned executive leader with over 25 years of experience in the payments and software industry. He joined Worldpay 14 years ago and has led the business through various go-to-market strategies across different regions, primarily focusing on software and payments.

Before joining Worldpay, Matt co-founded one of the first integrated payments companies, NCR Merchant Services, an early pioneer in software-led payments. He has played a significant role in driving multiple industry shifts in this area and is frequently sought after by experts in the field.

Earlier in his career, Matt held senior general management and sales leadership roles at Citibank Merchant Services and First Data Corporation, including Chase Merchant Services. Additionally, he served in the U.S. Navy in the Aviation Field. Matt earned a Bachelor of Science from the State University of New York, College at Brockport.