Matthew Wictome

Doer
DISC Type : ds

Global Vice President of Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs at Trinity Biotech

Llantwit Major, Wales, United Kingdom

Overview

Matthew is the Global VP of Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs at Trinity Biotech, with over 30 years of experience in the MedTech sector. An accomplished author and consultant, he holds a PhD in Biochemistry from the University of Southampton and an MSc in Strategy, Change, and Leadership from the University of Bristol.

Based in South Wales, Matthew is a father to three adult children. He balances his executive career with a passion for writing, often drawing on his personal journey of overcoming challenges to inform his work on leadership and resilience. He is a strong advocate for self-reflection and personal accountability.

He has authored several books on transforming quality organizations and leadership, turning decades of experience into practical guides.

Personality Overview

Fast-paced

Deliberate Doer

Risk-Accepting

They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.  Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them. They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.

Topics They Care About

Quality Transformation
His career, consulting firm, and multiple books are dedicated to helping MedTech organizations transform their quality systems from a regulatory burden into a business driver.
Simplifying Complexity
A core theme in his writing, particularly his book "Untangle, " he focuses on removing bureaucracy and helping leaders achieve clarity and efficiency in their organizations.
Leadership & Resilience
He speaks openly about overcoming significant personal challenges, which has shaped his philosophy on leadership, accountability, and the importance of leading oneself first.

Media Appearances

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Work History

1-2025
Global Vice President of Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs at Trinity Biotech
1-2024 - 1-2025
Acting Head of Quality at Trinity Biotech
6-2023 - 12-2023
Global Head of Quality Systems at Trinity Biotech
5-2019
Managing Director at Datod Consulting
5-2015 - 5-2019
Senior Product Surveillance Manager at Ortho Clinical Diagnostics

Education

2017 - 2019
Master of Science - MS from University of Bristol
9-2016 - 6-2018
Master of Science - MS from University of Bristol

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Insights For Selling To Matthew

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside
  • You can spend time on BANT (or other qualification methodology) but keep it to the point
  • Focus on the results that your product produces, expect some strategic questions in return

DONT's

  • Don't focus too much on mutual contacts or bother about other stakeholders, focus on them
  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons
  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Matthew is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Matthew

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Matthew move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Matthew take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Matthew

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