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Matthew Candy
Matthew Candy
Global Managing Partner for Generative AI, Strategy & Transformation at IBM
· London, UK
Check size
Undisclosed
Lead stage
Early
Deals tracked
1
Sectors
Multi-sector
About Matthew
Matthew Candy is Global Managing Partner for Generative AI, Strategy & Transformation at IBM Consulting, where he leads enterprise AI strategy and digital transformation initiatives. He holds an MBA from Saïd Business School, University of Oxford. Candy is recognized as a thought leader on generative AI's impact across industries and has been featured in major publications discussing AI's role in reshaping enterprise work and talent development
Investment thesis
Matthew Candy is a consulting executive at IBM Consulting who advises enterprise clients on generative AI adoption and transformation. He drives AI-for-business strategies that integrate IBM's watsonx technology platform with ecosystem partners (Adobe, AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, Salesforce, SAP) to deliver enterprise outcomes spanning improved productivity, new business models, and enhanced customer experiences. His focus is on responsible AI deployment grounded in trust and governance, scaling AI capabilities across large organizations, and human-centered business design at the intersection of strategy, technology, and operations
Investment focus
Candy's focus centers on generative AI applications, enterprise transformation, and AI-powered consulting models. His thesis emphasizes how AI technologies can reshape industries and create value for mid-to-large enterprises undergoing digital transformation
Areas of expertise
Notable portfolio
Calm Raises
Notable deals
IBM-NVIDIA Collaboration – Expanded AI partnership announcement (2024)
IntelliBridge – Government consulting services during pandemic transition (2023)
Frequently asked
Does Matthew Candy invest at early stage?
Yes. They focus on early-stage companies.
What is their typical check size?
Check size is not publicly disclosed. They currently invest through IBM.
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