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Matt Dittrich is the Founder and Managing Director of Blue Wood Capital, LLC. Previously, Matt helped establish “The Fort” – a startup studio and innovation lab at Fortive (FTV) – where he launched startups and drove operational excellence for portfolio companies. Matt began his career on the consulting team at Bain & Company in London, UK and then served as the Market Development Manager for the CEO of nLIGHT (LASR) – helping grow the company over 4 continents, laying the groundwork for an IPO in 2018.

Matt attended Whitman College on a ‘full ride’ scholarship, graduated cum laude and served in student government for 4 years including as student body President. Today Matt serves on the College's Advisory Board and regularly mentors 1st generation college students. Matt earned an MBA with honors from Yale University where he was a Teaching Fellow, Club President and University Senator.

Matt is a 5th generation Washington State farmer (wheat/wind/solar), has worked and explored across 4 continents and is an aspiring pilot and sailor.