Matt Navarra is one of Europe’s most trusted and in-demand social media consultants. A regular face on TV and a leading voice at major industry events, he is known for his expert analysis, high-energy delivery, and deep knowledge of the digital world. As the Founder of Geekout, Matt has created one of the most widely used resources for social media professionals across the globe. With over two decades of experience and a client list that includes Google, Meta, ITV, and the UK Government, Matt’s biggest achievement is shaping how top brands and institutions understand and use social media.
Matt’s early journey into media and communications began after graduating with a Business Studies degree from the University of the West of England. He gained valuable experience across the marketing and public sector landscape, starting out at RBS as part of their competitive graduate programme before moving on to senior marketing roles atLloyds Banking Group. He later joined the UK Intellectual Property Office as Digital Communications Manager, where he led their first digital engagement strategy. In 2013, Matt was seconded to theGovernment Digital Service, where he managed official government social media channels and supported national digital campaigns - an experience that refined his understanding of large-scale digital communications and public engagement.
From 2013 to 2018, Matt served as Director of Social Media at The Next Web (TNW), where he delivered a landmark 450 million social media impressions and grew digital traffic by over 100%. He has since gone on to build a successful career as a consultant, commentator, and keynote speaker. In 2018, he launched Geekout, a fast-growing suite of tools and communities for social media professionals. It now includes the Geekout Newsletter, which reaches 30,000+ subscribers weekly, the Geekout Podcast, and a 35,000+ member Facebook group. His work is frequently featured in BBC News, The New York Times, TechCrunch, and Netflix's ‘Depp vs. Heard’ documentary, further reinforcing his reputation as a go-to media expert.
Matt is a natural choice for conferences, events and organisations looking to understand the ever-changing digital landscape. He speaks on essential topics including emerging trends in social media, algorithm changes, crisis communications, and online reputation management. These issues matter more than ever in a world shaped by digital platforms, public opinion, and real-time reactions. Whether delivering a keynote or leading a strategy session, Matt brings clarity, humour and depth of insight to every stage he steps on. For any brand looking to stay relevant and effective online, hiring Matt is a decision that delivers immediate and long-term value.
Matt Navarra's official speaker topics are listed below:
- Building Engaged Digital Communities
- Crisis Management on Social Platforms
- Digital Strategy for Brands & Organisations
- Navigating Algorithm Updates
- Personal Branding Online
- Social Media Trends & Predictions
- The Future of Social Media
- The Role of AI in Social Media
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
"Matt is one of the best in the business… we walked away inspired with new ideas." - Brandon, Deputy Head of Digital, 10 Downing Street
"Engaging, knowledgeable and a very talented speaker… our attendees felt they gained really valuable insight." - Karen, Social Strategy Lead EMEA, TikTok
"His experience and industry knowledge were key to providing us with actionable recommendations." - Catherine, Deputy Director, U.S. Food & Drug Administration
"He is refreshingly direct and grounded by real world experience… a really positive experience." - Tami, Head of News, ITN Productions
"Matt possesses a unique talent for social and audience engagement… a pleasure to work with!" - Boris, Co-founder, The Next Web
"Extremely knowledgeable and insightful… creates forums for sharing knowledge and best practice." - Justine, Director of Communications, UKTV
- 2024 – Featured expert in Netflix's Depp vs. Heard documentary
- 2023 – Geekout Facebook group reaches 35,000+ members
- 2022 – Geekout newsletter surpasses 30,000 subscribers
- 2018 – Founded Geekout, a suite of resources for social media professionals
- 2017 – Ranked 2nd in Top 25 UK Marketing & Advertising Influencers on Social Media by We Are Social
- 2013-2018 – Director of Social Media, The Next Web – increased social traffic by 110% in 9 months
- 2013 – Completed secondment at UK Government Digital Service
- 2009-2013 – Digital Communications Manager, UK Intellectual Property Office – led the office’s first digital engagement strategy
How to hire Matt Navarra
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