Matt Salzberg

Overview

Matt Salzberg is an American entrepreneur and angel investor based in New York, NY, US. He is the founder and managing partner at Material, a venture fund focused on systematic company creation opportunities. Prior to founding Material, Salzberg co-founded Blue Apron in 2012, serving as its CEO until 2017. Under his leadership, Blue Apron grew from a startup to a publicly traded company with over 5,000 employees and $910 million in revenue. He also co-founded Embark Veterinary, a next-generation genetic testing company for dogs, where he serves on the Board of Directors. Additionally, Salzberg has made numerous investments in startups and served on various corporate boards. He holds an A.B. degree in economics, summa cum laude, from Harvard College and an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School. As an angel investor, Salzberg focuses on early-stage investments across a diverse range of industries, including technology, healthcare, consumer goods, e-commerce, food and beverage, retail, pet care, media, education, financial services, real estate, logistics, supply chain, marketing, and advertising. His investment strategy emphasizes identifying innovative companies with strong growth potential and providing them with the resources and guidance needed to scale successfully. Salzberg's track record reflects a commitment to fostering entrepreneurship and supporting the growth of emerging businesses. His experience spans various sectors, demonstrating a versatile approach to investing and company development. His leadership at Blue Apron and other ventures showcases his ability to build and scale companies in competitive markets.

Investment Focus

• Innovative business models
• Strong growth potential
• Experienced management teams
• Scalable operations
• Clear market differentiation

Portfolio Companies