AT A GLANCE

Matthew Holden is a Managing Director in the Investigations, Diligence and Compliance practice, based in Toronto. In his current leadership role, Matthew oversees the integrity due diligence operations in Canada and wider strategic capital markets activity. He is recognized as a subject matter expert in transactional due diligence, particularly in the context of initial public offerings, mergers and acquisitions and private investment scenarios. His work helps clients meet compliance obligations, mitigate exposure to financial crime and make informed decisions in high-risk environments.

Since joining Kroll in 2009, Matthew has played a pivotal role in shaping the organization’s due diligence capabilities across the U.S., Canada and internationally. He has led thousands of pre-transactional and reputational matters and has built and mentored high-performing teams that support clients across a diverse range of sectors, including financial services, industrials, real estate, technology and defense.

Matthew’s global experience includes leading a wide variety of due diligence mandates into corruption, bribery and money laundering across the Americas, the Middle East and Africa. Such engagements have included business intelligence projects, such as a high-profile matter into a media company that uncovered a complex fraud involving the illicit distribution of television rights. In addition to his investigative work, Matthew has led periodic risk reviews and financial crime audits, supporting clients through regulatory inquiries and legal matters. His collaborative work with Kroll’s global practitioners has contributed to the firm’s reputation for excellence in delivering intelligence and compliance advisory services.

Matthew’s academic studies and interest in geopolitical affairs, combined with over 15 years of practitioner experience, positions him well as a trusted advisor to clients seeking support in their risk management strategies.

Matthew holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in history from Longwood University in the U.S.

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