Matt Poepsel
Vice President & Godfather of Talent Optimization at The Predictive Index
Matt Poepsel is the Vice President and “Godfather of Talent Optimization” at The Predictive Index, where he helps organizations align people strategy with business performance through behavioral science and data-driven leadership practices. With a background in industrial-organizational psychology, executive coaching, and leadership development, Matt is a sought-after speaker, author, and advisor known for translating complex workplace dynamics into practical strategies for building high-performing teams. He hosts the Lead the People podcast and is widely recognized for his work helping leaders improve culture, engagement, and organizational effectiveness through talent optimization.
