Matt Talbott is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in program management, sales, and consulting across various sectors. Currently serving as a Program Manager at the Defense Innovation Unit since March 2021, Talbott previously held roles at Tipalti as an Account Executive, Illumio as an Account Development Representative, and as a Sales Consultant. Talbott's leadership experience includes serving as Vice President of Sales at HX Global, a medical and security assistance provider, and as a Sales Executive at UnitedHealthcare Global, where the expatriate product was launched in the Western United States. A former Staff Sergeant and Pararescue Specialist in the United States Air Force, Talbott’s early career includes consulting at Gartner and business development at Foss and Company. Talbott holds an MBA in Finance and Strategic Management from the University of California, Davis, where a BA in History was also obtained.