Matt is chief investment officer at Iris and Venture Science, overseeing venture investments and IPO book participation He’s a respected figure in the venture capital and private equity landscape, known for his innovative application of quantitative investment and decision theory principles. His revolutionary approach to integrating artificial intelligence into finance has established him as a leading light in the investment sector.

Throughout his illustrious career over the last decade, Matt has demonstrated a remarkable ability to deliver robust growth for investment portfolios, driven by his expert application of technology and startup investing, machine learning, and predictive analytics. His depth of experience and forward-thinking approach have been instrumental in shaping investment strategies across the industry. Having invested into early and late-stage companies in Silicon Valley, his portfolio of investments span multiple unicorns and exits.

Oguz enjoys moderating and discussing themes of tech investing for family offices and building deal flow. He’s been covered and quoted in top-tier media outlets, including the The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, CNBC, and Bloomberg.