Keri Matthews, co-founder of Matthews Design Group (MDG), has a degree in Industrial Engineering from Clemson University and a broad range of experience ranging from assisting large manufacturing facilities with automation solutions while working for Rockwell Automation, to helping companies create and implement successful processes to improve efficiency, streamline work-flow, and reduce costs. She also has experience in both performing and managing corporate financials, human resources, and marketing operations.

As CEO of MDG, she focuses heavily on strategic planning, process optimization, and staff wellness and development as MDG continues to evolve to meet the changing needs of their staff, clients and community.  Quality, efficiency, and effective process flow remain key focal points as Keri enjoys the daily challenges of pursuing organic growth and continual improvement as a company.

Keri has a passion for helping children. Since 2007, she has served on the Family Advisory Council of Wolfson Children's Hospital and volunteers to assist local schools and other community programs. She was a former Girl Scout Leader and coached youth recreational soccer for many years. She strongly believes we all have a responsibility to give back, and does so not only personally, but also through Matthews Design Group. Each year, Matthews Design Group donates engineering services to non-profit agencies, sponsors and participates in many charity fundraising events, funds a scholarship program at UNF for women and minorities in engineering, and partners year-round with local high schools and colleges to provide interns with real world experience. MDG also funded a new Robotics lab for a local school.