Matt Perez

Chief Experience Office, Shalom Austin

Matt Perez serves as Chief Experience Officer (CXO) at Shalom Austin, overseeing Human Resources, Membership, Health and Wellness, Athletics, and Operations. Since joining the organization in 2024, he has been instrumental in shaping organizational culture and talent strategy, bringing a people-first, strategic approach that enhances the experience of staff, members, and the broader community. 

Originally from New England, Matt moved to Austin in 2022 and brings extensive leadership experience in people and culture. Prior to Shalom Austin, he served as Director of Human Resources at United Heritage Credit Union and as Vice President of People and Culture at Kensington Investment Company, where he partnered with ownership to advance leadership development and organizational culture across multi-state operations. Matt holds a BBA in Human Resources from Southern New Hampshire University and an MBA from Texas A&M University.