Catalyst & Architect
Catalyzing profitable growth for financial services and technology companies by delivering strategic insights and innovative solutions that drive rapid business transformations and elevate sales performance. |Published Author of the "Art & Science of Selling" & Combat Veteran| Founder, CEO, CRO, & COO Experience
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PAINS
Revenue Generation Challenges:
Many companies struggle to identify and capitalize on new revenue streams. I help develop innovative sales strategies that uncover untapped opportunities.
Operational Inefficiencies:
Inefficient processes can drain resources and hinder growth. I implement streamlined systems and workflows that enhance productivity and reduce waste.
Market Positioning Issues:
It can be difficult for businesses to differentiate themselves in a crowded market. I assist in refining value propositions and positioning strategies to stand out from the competition.
Talent Acquisition and Retention:
Attracting and keeping top talent is crucial for success. I provide insights into building effective teams and fostering a positive workplace culture that retains high performers.
Strategic Growth Management:
Companies often struggle with scaling effectively. I guide organizations through complex growth strategies, ensuring they can expand sustainably while maintaining operational excellence.
Adapting to Market Changes:
The business landscape is constantly evolving. I help organizations remain agile and responsive to market shifts, ensuring they can pivot quickly to seize new opportunities or address emerging challenges.
By addressing these pains, I empower businesses to achieve their goals and drive meaningful change.
YOUR CATALYST
NICE TO MEET YOU
I'm Matt Slonaker
Founder & CEO of M. Allen LLC (est. 2020)
With over 20 years of experience in executive leadership with companies like GMAC-RFC, Washington Mutual, Household Finance, H&R Block, JP Morgan Chase, Mr. Cooper, and FirstSource. I specialize in driving significant profit and revenue growth through innovative strategies and operational excellence. As a combat military veteran (with commendations), financial services executive leader, and a trusted consultant, I am passionate about helping businesses unlock their full potential.
By developing entire company infrastructures, I have created a $200 million opportunity pipeline for global clients over the last five years with M. Allen, addressing the lack of structured economic opportunities. Revamping sales funnel processes has streamlined deal closures, resulting in the closure of 207 deals, contributing to 33% of annual revenue with a Fintech/Services as their CRO.
Strategic asset management, particularly during economic downturns, such as the 2009 financial crisis, improved value recovery for banks and investors by managing large real estate portfolios at Bear Stearns. For companies running brokerage platforms, expanding reach to major clients resulted in managing over $500 million in active listings at REDC/DBA now as Auction.com. Moreover, managing an $80+ billion non-prime loan portfolio led to a $68.4 million improvement in mitigated losses and a 30% increase in loan resolutions while with an H&R Block subsidiary.
Finally, restructuring the customer journey and reducing high sales expenses by over $1 million significantly enhanced customer loyalty with the fourth largest national title underwriter/company.
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Ideal Leadership or Fractional Role
I am seeking opportunities in C-level executive roles (CEO, COO, Strategy, CRO) where I can utilize my strategic vision and leadership skills to drive growth and transformation in dynamic organizations that are seeking a proven troubleshooter and turnaround leader!
"Matt has collaborated with our company and with other fin-tech/service companies that I've been a part of over the years. Matt's knowledge, work ethic, and relationship reach are hard to find. Call me anytime for a reference."
- John Vella, CRO Selene Finance
"Matt's expertise and dedication have been instrumental in helping our team reach new heights. His strategic guidance and unwavering commitment to excellence are truly inspiring.”
- Justin Tucker, EVP Strategy Williston Financial Group
"Matt is self-driven to deliver perfection. He blends technology, data, and business knowledge to deliver a comprehensive product. The amount of prep work and effort he puts in will far exceed expectations."
- Tu Le, Director USAA
"Matt has a wide range of talents, from operations to sales. He has also worked in the consulting space. Having worked with him as a peer, a boss, and a customer, I say with 100% confidence that he would be a solid asset for any company, literally on any side of the company (lending, IT, servicing)."
John Tone, Executive Vice President PennyMac
"I'm looking forward to reading Matt's book - The Art & Science of Selling. Matt was a huge resource and crutch for me when I had the privilege of leading a sales team. Thanks Matt for the support over the years!"
Kevin Quinn, Senior Vice President SitusAMC
"I've worked with Matt in many different capacities over the last decade. He has the passion to drive a leadership team that is able to focus simultaneously on the people, the product and the process. Specifically Matt's Strategic Analytic background had served him well in his Default Operations roles, REO Management as well as entrepreneurial functions."
Doris Raimundi, Senior Vice President Cenlar
"I first met Matt when he was hired to lead an executive roundtable in Dallas. I was impressed with his knowledge and background in the industry and how he really understands this business-what's working well and improvements needed. I've had several meetings and conversations since and he continues to impress me with his connections and background.
Anyone lucky enough to know or work with Matt will quickly learn that he "gets it" and is a great asset to any conversation or company."
Jason Cramer, Managing Director & Head of Lending Operations Citi
"As the President and a Partner in SBI, I am coaching Slonaker and struggling to keep up. I have to re-read all the notes he sends me each day with new introductions, appointments, opportunities, dinner appointments, studio visits he is working. He is the energizer bunny of Financial Services."
Scott Gruher, President & Managing Partner SBI
