Matt Ferguson: podcast appearances and interviews

Matt Ferguson, born on November 30, 1966, in Bloomington, Indiana, is affiliated with Bethlehem College and Seminary where he holds the title ThM. He has a diverse educational background, including a Bachelor of Arts in political science from Indiana University Bloomington earned in 1989, an MBA from the University of Chicago Graduate School of Business, and a J.D. degree from Northwestern University School of Law. Ferguson has extensive experience in the online recruitment industry, having served as the chief executive officer of CareerBuilder.com, the largest online job site, from 2004 to 2013. Prior to becoming CEO, he was vice president of business development and COO, joining the company in 2000. During his tenure as CEO, he led CareerBuilder.com to become a leader in its industry. He has also contributed to the field through co-authoring the book The Talent Equation, published in 2013, which explores big data lessons for navigating the skills gap and building a competitive workforce. Ferguson was recognized as one of Crain's Chicago Business 40 under 40 in 2004 and received the Staffing Professional of the Year award from the Staffing Management Association of Greater Chicago in 2007. Currently, he serves as the executive chairman of the board at CareerBuilder. Ferguson’s career reflects leadership and expertise in business development, data-driven talent management, and workforce strategy.