I am excited to share my executive biography, which reflects over 25 years of work dedicated to advancing children’s environmental health, public health, and equity. My journey has been shaped by a commitment to prevention, collaboration, and action, and I am proud of the partnerships and progress we’ve built together.

I’m excited to share my executive biography, which reflects more than 40 years of experience spanning astrophysics, digital marketing, and organizational leadership. My journey has taken me from planetariums and science museums to managing large-scale digital campaigns and advising on cutting-edge advertising strategies. I am passionate about helping organizations grow, solve complex challenges, and align business strategy with technology.

After four and a half decades in academia, I’ve been fortunate to lead in research, teaching, global outreach, and science communication. From advancing space education to exploring cosmology and astrobiology, I’ve worked to make science more accessible and meaningful to learners and decision-makers alike. Here is my biography.

Howard Matis is a globally recognized physicist and innovator with over five decades of groundbreaking contributions to scientific research, education, and technology. A former Staff Scientist at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Howard has been instrumental in advancing high-energy physics, data science, and machine learning, earning accolades for his work on projects recognized by the Nobel Prize Committee. As President of the Contemporary Physics Education Project, he has transformed physics education through innovative outreach and e-commerce strategies, making science accessible worldwide. Howard's strategic leadership, coupled with his global perspective and commitment to fostering innovation, positions him as an invaluable advisor and board member for organizations seeking transformative growth.