Matthew V. Blackwell has spent his life building, learning, and starting again with purpose. Raised in Fairfield and Monroe, Connecticut, he grew up in a close family as the oldest of four siblings. From an early age, he saw what dedication looked like. His mother built and scaled her own company, showing him that discipline, curiosity, and persistence matter over the long run.

Matthew balanced structure and creativity early on. He played guitar and trumpet, rowed crew in college, and developed a love for football that still follows him today. He graduated high school with honors and earned a degree in Industrial Engineering from Union College, where he learned how systems, planning, and execution shape outcomes.

His professional career began at ACNielsen BASES, followed by more than a decade at his family’s company, Aurora Products. There, he worked his way up to Vice President of Operations, gaining hands-on experience in leadership, operations, and growth. Those years taught him how businesses really run and where they break.

In 2016, Matthew stepped into entrepreneurship, launching an electric bike company and later returning to operations leadership roles. Each chapter added perspective. In 2023, he started Woodbridge Farms, an e-commerce business, and SeaSide Properties, which manages his family’s real estate portfolio.

Today, Matthew lives in Woodbridge, Connecticut, where family comes first. A father of three with one stepchild, he balances work with school events, hobbies, and community service. He volunteers regularly with the American Red Cross and supports local causes. His story reflects steady progress, resilience, and the value of moving forward with intention.