Matthew Cross

Biography

Cross has a proven executive track record working with major corporations nationwide. As CEO of OE Experiences, he has successfully operated at the intersection of Finance, Themed Entertainment, Hospitality, Food and Beverage, and Retail in the experience economy. Cross’ participation in each sector through projects, trade associations, and partnerships has supported OE Experiences becoming the definitive Experiential Development Company. Since its inception in 2020, OE Experiences has supported $875 million of development across the United States and overseas, and Cross has been recognized as a Top 50 Global Theme Park Influencer by Blooloop. Prior to starting OE Experiences, he was the CEO of Boyd Hollow Resorts Inc., where he oversaw the concept development of the unique themed resort Ancient Lore Village. Previously, Cross spent nearly a decade as Vice President at USI Consulting Group, a Registered Investment Advisory firm with over $20 billion in assets under advisement. Cross won the distinguished “USI Peak Award” recognizing the most successful producers three consecutive years (every year that he was eligible). He has also worked at Finard Properties, a Boston, MA based real estate development company, and Caesar’s at the Harrah’s Cherokee Casino in the finance department. He is recognized by his peers as a strong leader with an unyielding focus on vision and success. Cross earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from the Calloway School of Business at Wake Forest University. Cross serves on the Themed Entertainment Association Board of Directors – Eastern North America as the President, is a member of the Webb School of Knoxville Alumni Association Board and maintains his IAAPA Certified Attractions Executive (ICAE) designation.