Matthew Pedrick (Past Speaker)

Matthew Pedrick is the Head of Learning and Talent Management for L3 Technologies, Inc., a contractor in aerospace and defense systems with 2017 sales of $12B and 34,000 employees worldwide. Matthew is responsible for the L3 learning and talent management strategy along with the execution of the executive succession plan. He has over 17 years of experience with extensive knowledge and experiences in executive coaching, leadership development, knowledge management and talent management. Prior to joining L-3, Matthew held leadership roles at Lockheed Martin Space Systems Company, DISH Network, and General Dynamics Armament and Technical Products (GDATP). He was recognized by DISH Network as a top 100 employee for the design and deployment of a company-wide leadership program. He served 11 years in the U.S. Navy as an Operation Specialist and military instructor. Matthew received his BA, Workforce Education from Southern Illinois University.