Mathew Barnes

Hello. I'm Mathew, a Global Creative Director based in Oakland, CA.

For three decades, I’ve built brands across agency and in-house environments, from running my own studio to leading global teams. That path has taken me through VMware, AWS, HashiCorp, and now IBM. I believe great work comes from clarity, trust, and room to be curious. So I focus on building environments where teams feel supported, challenged, and empowered to do their best work. Outside of work, I’m an oil painter and writer who loves travel, nature, and a good Pinot.