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Matthew Cole

Questioner · DISC type c
Account Executive - Startups at Databricks
📍 Chicago, Illinois, United States

Matthew is an Account Executive at Databricks specializing in helping startups make informed decisions about their data estate. A graduate of Indiana Universitys Kelley School of Business, he holds certifications in Generative AI. Colleagues frequently describe him as motivated, charismatic, and a natural leader.

His background includes co-founding a tech startup, Tysk, where he led the full sales cycle. He is also passionate about applying data to personal interests, such as using AI for fantasy football insights. He has a demonstrated ability to adapt to new cultures and challenges.

Unique fact: He learned to speak German for a previous role, then moved to Germany to learn the business before helping launch the first Lidl stores in the USA.

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Current Role
Account Executive - Startups
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Personality Overview

How Matthew shows up

Value Seeker
Systematic
Not Easily Convinced

While they don't hesitate to ask questions, they are generally risk-averse and tend to be late adopters. They are more likely than others to negotiate on pricing and terms. They prefer to analyze every situation thoroughly.


Priorities

Topics Matthew cares about

Open Source GenAI
He is certified in Generative AI Fundamentals and recently shared his excitement about OpenAI's gpt-oss models being available on Databricks.
Startup Growth
His current role focuses on startups, and he previously co-founded a company where he was the Head of Sales, landing its initial launch clients.
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Career

Work history

4-2025
Account Executive - Startups
Databricks
6-2024 - 4-2025
Enterprise Growth Account Executive
Databricks
8-2022 - 6-2024
Senior Business Development Representative
Databricks
5-2018 - 7-2022
Co-Founder & Head of Sales
Tysk
4-2015 - 5-2018
District Manager
Lidl US
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
2007 - 2011
Bachelor's
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business
2003 - 2007
Education details unavailable
Wyoming High School
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

c

Calculativeness (C)

Calculativeness (C) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to be cautious, systematic and analytical. Those scoring high tend to emphasise quality and accuracy.

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