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Matt Bailey

Investor at Soelect Inc

Greensboro, North Carolina

Overview 

Matt Bailey is an experienced investor and advisor based in Greensboro, North Carolina, currently serving as Director at VentureSouth and Investor and Director at Soelect Inc. With a background in corporate development and M&A integration, he has played key roles in strategic partnerships and executive management, contributing to successful market entries and business process improvements. Notable highlights include serving as Chief Volunteer Officer at YMCA of Greensboro and being a member of the Piedmont Angel Network, showcasing his commitment to community involvement and fostering entrepreneurship.

Work Experience 

  • Director

    2017 - Current

    Investing in the future of the Southeast.

VentureSouth is an early stage venture firm that operates angel groups and funds.

  • Investor and Director

    2020

  • Chief Volunteer Officer (Board Chair)

    2018

YMCA is a social services organization that provides youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility programs.

  • Co Owner and Chief Optimist

    2011

  • Co Owner and President

    2014 - 2023

    Importer of wines from Argentina, France, Italy and South Africa

  • Board Member

    2019 - 2022

    Unlocking the Outdoors. www.outdooraccess.com Sold to Massey LLC in December, 2022.

Outdoor Access allows member hunters, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts exclusive access to private land.

Raised $3,800,000.00 from Austin Rhodes, Trolley Venture Partners and VentureSouth.

  • Board Member

    2016 - 2018

FarmShots detects diseases, pests, and poor plant nutrition on farms by analyzing satellite and drone imagery.

Raised $700,000.00 from Palmetto Angel 2014 Fund, VentureSouth and Asheville Angels.

  • Member

    2016 - 2017

  • SVP Corporate Development

    2011 - 2014

    Acquisition, operation and divestment of U.S. manufacturing companies.

  • SVP M&A Integration

    2008 - 2011

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