Matt Skoy, Ph.D. is a sought-after speaker, facilitator, and coach for helping individuals and teams develop the right mindsets, skillsets, and toolsets vital for organizational success. As Sagency's Director for Leadership and Talent Development, Matt partners with organizations of all sizes to unlock human potential and team success.

For nearly two decades, Matt has instituted and executed leadership programs within businesses, nonprofits, and educational systems. Matt is known for his dynamic facilitation and speaking engagements. He pairs his energy and passion with smart frameworks and psychometric instruments to fully understand the depth and breadth of each client he serves.

Before joining Sagency, Matt was the head of learning and development for Aldevron, a biotechnology company. Matt's work history also includes more than a decade of higher education experience at North Dakota State University (NDSU). There, Matt developed and implemented leadership experiences faculty, staff, and students.

Matt strongly believes in the value of continuous learning and personal growth. As a first-generation college student, Matt received a football scholarship to North Dakota State University and earned his bachelor's degree in business administration. Matt has a master’s degree from Iowa State University and a Ph.D. in Institutional Effectiveness from North Dakota State University.

Family and community are paramount to Matt. He has a wonderful life partner in his wife, and they are raising three beautiful children together. He serves as a board member (past chair) of the American Red Cross Minnesota and Dakotas Region, is active in other boards and advisory committees, and volunteers at his local church. As someone who takes nothing for granted, giving back to the community is a top priority, and he works diligently to instill strong values in his family.