Summary
Matthew Gunnin is a serial AI and esports entrepreneur based in Austin who builds product-led platforms that turn real-time data and multi-agent AI into tangible revenue and engagement. With four technical startups (two exits) and a trajectory from running a basement hosting business to leading enterprise cloud work at Rackspace, he pairs infrastructure chops with product vision. He founded Leaguepedia (acquired by Curse/Twitch) and Esports One, which delivered computer-vision analytics, blockchain-enabled NFTs, and predictive fantasy tools to Riot, NFL, NBA and others while scaling to 150K+ MAUs and six-figure recurring revenue. Now CEO of Vertical Labs, he focuses on agentic AI systems and AI teammates that automate workflows across voice, video, text and image. A hands-on builder and mentor, he blends engineering, design and data instincts with an uncommon knack for turning grassroots community projects into strategic partnerships and commercial platforms.
5 years of coding experience
18 years of employment as a software developer
Master of Business Administration - MBA Business Administration and Management, Master of Business Administration - MBA Business Administration and Management at Vanderbilt University
Bachelor of Engineering - BE Computer Software Engineering, Bachelor of Engineering - BE Computer Software Engineering at Auburn University