Words are strategy

Aligning message with mission—and momentum.

Meet Matthew

With over two decades in strategic communications, I’ve helped organizations in energy, finance, and other complex, highly regulated sectors tell their stories, shape perception, and earn trust.

My work spans continents and audiences—from field teams in remote locations across Africa to boardrooms in New York or Paris—bringing clarity to complexity and aligning communications with business strategy. I’ve led media relations, elevated executive visibility, and advanced digital platforms—all grounded in purposeful storytelling that drives results.

Today’s communications landscape is evolving faster than most organizations can keep pace. That’s where the opportunity lies—for those ready to lead with clarity, intent, and a strong point of view.

Outside the office, you’ll find me in the dog show ring with my Schipperkes, exploring Colorado’s mountains, or chasing a great headline—and a better espresso.

Matthew G. Stroud

Every message shapes a moment—and a future.

Strategic communications works best when it’s rooted in purpose—and built for results. Across industries and continents, I’ve helped organizations earn trust, increase visibility, and lead conversations that matter.

Featured Work

CERAWeek – CEO Visibility & Strategic Partnership

Secured and led a high-profile CEO speaking engagements and sponsorship at CERAWeek, one of the world’s most influential energy conferences. Directed messaging and multi-year partnership strategy to position the company as a forward-looking voice in the global energy transition.

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Executive Insights & Educational Content – Williams.com

Conceived and launched the Executive Perspectives and educational content strategy on Williams.com—translating complex energy topics into accessible narratives. Helped increase site engagement by 40% and elevated executive voices across digital and owned channels.

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Fox Business Interview – Post-Earnings Narrative Leadership

Secured a pivotal national broadcast appearance for company leadership following post-election and earnings milestones. Reinforced company positioning on energy infrastructure and policy in a high-visibility moment.

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Bloomberg TV Appearance – Energy Demand Messaging

Led media strategy resulting in a live interview on Bloomberg during a key energy cycle. The segment advanced company messaging on infrastructure, market growth, and national energy reliability.

Watch on Bloomberg →

Digital & Social Media Strategy – Executive Voice at Scale

Directed social media strategy across LinkedIn and Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and X for corporate and executive accounts, tripling CEO LinkedIn engagement and aligning voice across platforms during major announcements and for brand awareness.

Op-Ed & Policy Engagement – Permitting Reform

Partnered with Government Affairs to craft and place a high-impact op-ed during the national permitting reform debate, reinforcing the company’s leadership on clean energy transition policy.

Read in The Hill →

Innovation Messaging – AI & Energy Reliability

Developed forward-looking narrative linking artificial intelligence, electrification, and energy demand. Positioned natural gas as essential to the digital future and communicated the value across press, investor, and stakeholder channels.

Financial Media & Brand Visibility

Led strategic communications and media relations for the world’s largest derivatives exchange. Increased earned media coverage by 40% YOY and secured 100+ executive interviews with outlets including Bloomberg, CNBC, and The Wall Street Journal—positioning CME as a leading voice in global finance, commodities, and risk management.

Where I Lead

Capabilities built across complex, regulated, and global environments—grounded in strategy, strengthened by execution.

Strategic Messaging & Narrative Development
Executive Visibility & Media Relations
Digital & Social Media Strategy
Educational Content & Web UX
Strategic Partnerships & Industry Positioning
Media Training & Message Discipline
Innovation & Tech-Driven Storytelling
Policy, Investor and Community Outreach communications
Employee Advocacy & Culture-Driven Communications
Change Management & Internal Communications
Crisis & Risk Communication
Purposeful Team Leadership

Great communications builds trust, moves people—and defines what’s possible.

MatthewGarrettStroud@Gmail.com

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