Summary
Matthew Clay is a seasoned technical expert and project director with 12 years of experience designing and leading large-scale learning, leadership development, and behavioral health initiatives across government, nonprofit, and healthcare sectors. He combines transformational and team leadership theories with data-driven adult learning and strengths-based approaches to build workforce capacity, improve service access, and drive system-level change. Matthew has managed projects from $10k to $16M—most notably directing a $16M System of Care expansion that served 600+ families and launched Georgia’s first System of Care website—while delivering trainings for audiences ranging from hospital administrators to Division I and Olympic athletes. As a consultant at JBS International he now provides technical assistance and national learning collaboratives focused on workforce development, recruitment/retention, and data quality for state behavioral health systems. Known for translating complex federal requirements into practical guidance and partnerships, he excels at facilitation, public speaking, and coaching that develops leaders and sustainable programs. Based in Atlanta, he pairs an MS in Educational Psychology with a track record of turning evidence-based strategies into measurable impact.
12 years of coding experience
5 years of employment as a software developer
Master of Science (MS), Educational Psychology, Master of Science (MS), Educational Psychology at Florida State University
University of Georgia
English