Matthew Mickler

Founder and Managing Partner of Obsidian Armory, a U.S.-based firm delivering bespoke forced-entry resistant and ballistic-rated security systems for high-end residential and estate environments. I oversee end-to-end execution including manufacturer partnerships, system specification, client advisory, architectural coordination and quality control. Every project is custom engineered and built to order. Obsidian Armory operates at the intersection of security engineering and refined residential design, serving clients for whom threat profiles are real and standards are non-negotiable.

COO for a private equity-backed operating group, responsible for operational strategy, pre- and post-acquisition integration and performance systems across portfolio companies. Experience includes diligence, process architecture, KPI frameworks and scaling founder-led businesses into disciplined operating entities.

At OpsEdge Consulting, I help founders and leadership teams turn operational bottlenecks into scalable systems that drive growth. I specialize in: Operational Audits with 30/60/90-day roadmaps Fractional COO services (team structure, KPI cadence, accountability systems) SOP creation, tech stack optimization, and workflow design Private equity integration, systems for scale and investor readiness My mission is simple: Remove the chaos, install clarity and make businesses run without founder bottlenecks. Let’s build the engine behind your next level.

At Silvergate Capital Group, a dynamic private equity firm, we drive growth through strategic investments and expert management. As COO, I spearhead operational efficiencies and lead cross-functional teams across our portfolio. Serving as the Corporate Relationship Manager for our subsidiary, USA Payments, my role extends into cultivating high-impact business relationships to accelerate growth and position USA Payments as a premier service provider in high-risk payment processing. With a focus on strategic alliances, partner engagement and client success, I lead initiatives that expand USA Payments market presence, enabling us to reach new industry benchmarks. Collaborating closely with stakeholders, I ensure seamless integration between operations and relationship management, fostering sustainable growth.

From 2013 to 2021, I led projects and optimized processes across fintech, payments, healthcare, and technology sectors for organizations including Revolent Group, NCR Corporation, Toshiba, Fujitsu, Aetna and others. Key contributions included: Managed nationwide IT and operational projects, streamlining workflows and improving efficiency for POS, payment processing, and healthcare systems. Delivered business analysis and Salesforce administration, enhancing CRM systems and ensuring HIPAA/PCI compliance. Applied Agile and Waterfall methodologies to gather requirements, coordinate teams, and drive project success. This 8-year foundation in project management, process optimization and fintech expertise directly informs my work at OpsEdge Consulting, where I help businesses scale through operational audits and fractional COO services. Certifications: Salesforce Administrator, Agile Foundations. ✅ Start scaling your business with our 2-min intake form: https://tally.so/r/w2V4dD