Hi, I'm Matthew Stepka - Lecturer at University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business
I am driven by the potential for technology to solve systemic human challenges. I thrive when bridging technical complexity with operational strategy, helping teams build sustainable, mission-driven businesses.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Played a pivotal role in leading high-impact strategic initiatives including clean energy and internet access at Google.
Currently serves as a Managing Partner at Machina Ventures and a Lecturer at UC Berkeley Haas.
Can provide expert guidance on board governance, mission-driven business strategy, and navigating the intersection of technology and law.
🚀 Career trajectory
Systems Foundation
Started in software engineering and systems consulting to build deep technical literacy.
✦ Engineering
✦ Systems Consulting
Operational Leadership
Scaled digital commerce and internet platforms as an executive in high-growth environments.
✦ Executive Leadership
✦ Business Operations
Strategic Investment
Transitioned to board roles and venture capital to shape the next wave of AI innovation.
✦ Venture Capital
✦ Board Governance
💪🏻 Superpowers
Strategic Architecture
Designing growth frameworks for complex, emerging markets and new technologies.
✦ Led global strategic initiatives at Google including robotics and clean energy.
✦ Built operating models for large-scale social impact projects.
✦ Synthesized legal and technical expertise to solve complex market friction.
Venture Catalyst
Scaling early-stage intelligence-driven enterprises through capital and board governance.
✦ Drive investment strategies for AI-enabled companies at Machina Ventures.
✦ Provide governance oversight for high-growth cybersecurity companies.
✦ Assess market feasibility for breakthrough technologies.
Impact Advocacy
Connecting human rights and democracy goals with sustainable business practices.
✦ Advise leading nonprofits like Human Rights Watch on complex operational strategies.
✦ Integrate mission-driven objectives into standard corporate business plans.
✦ Champion freedom of expression through board-level policy decisions.
I'm excited about
✦ Discovering founders building transformative AI solutions for underserved markets.
✦ Engaging with academic and professional circles to shape the future of business ethics.
✦ Expanding my reach into international venture ecosystems through strategic partnerships.
I can help with
✦ Providing board-level governance advice for companies navigating complex regulatory landscapes.
✦ Mentoring early-stage founders on scaling business operations and mission-critical strategy.
✦ Evaluating the social impact potential of new AI and data science ventures.
I would love your help on
✦ Identifying high-potential AI ventures in emerging markets that require strategic guidance.
✦ Connecting with experts in cybersecurity who are shaping future digital safety standards.
✦ Learning about innovative ways to integrate mission-driven projects into commercial startups.