Matthew Cole

Owner & Brewmaster, Fat Head’s Brewery

Education: Bachelor’s degree, University of Pittsburgh; Siebel Institute of Brewing Science; University of Sunderland, U.K., Brew Lab

What I Look for in a Leader: Confidence, pride, strong work ethic, trustworthiness, passion, integrity, transparency and excellent communication skills

Favorite Quote: “You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.”

My Leadership Style: I have learned not to micromanage and believe in empowering employees to do their jobs independently.

What Would Surprise Someone to Learn About Me: I spent 30 days in Napoli, Italy, attending a comprehensive pizzaiolo (pizza maker) training program, taught by Enzo Coccia, one of the world’s most celebrated pizza chefs.

If I Could Star in a TV Show or Movie: I have always dreamed of being on the game show Press Your Luck, because I hate whammies and I love big bucks!