Matthew Schmidgall

CEO + Co-Founder @ ExLabs

About

Matthew Schmidgall is the Founder and CEO of ExLabs, a commercial deep-space prime mission operator focused on making sustained operations beyond Earth orbit possible. A serial entrepreneur, he has launched and led multiple ventures across technology, media, and innovation, including the startup lab Inqubator.io supporting early-stage founders. Beyond his work in space, he's an off-road racing enthusiast and owner of Rocket Motorsports and Sand Rocket, blending his love for speed, engineering, and exploration. A lifelong explorer and advocate for the natural world, he is deeply committed to using technology and storytelling to inspire a new generation and preserve Earth's beauty for the future. His vision for ExLabs is rooted in expanding human potential beyond Earth while safeguarding the one planet we call home.

Country

United States

City

Long Beach

Industry

Automotive

Skill

Start-ups, Team Building, Storytelling, Management, Producing, Operations Management, Production Managment, Production Management, Workflow Management, Digital Distribution, Digital Media, Film, Film Production, Post Production, Television, Video, Digital Video, Independent Film, Content Management, Entertainment

Experience

CEO + Co-Founder

ExLabs

2023-3 - Present · 3 yrs 7 mos

Developing technologies to unlock the full potential of off-planet resources, transforming the future of humanity both on Earth and beyond.

Partner

Inqubator LLC

2016-11 - Present · 9 yrs 11 mos

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

Inqubator partners help entrepreneurs develop dreams and ideas into expertly crafted opportunities, manifesting as unique, standout, successful startup enterprises.

Managing Partner

Rocket Motorsports

2015-11 - Present · 10 yrs 11 mos

Off-road vehicle manufacture and race team. Developing sand and desert race vehicles, including the original ®Sand Rocket V8 sand rail.

Co-Founder + Chief Operating Officer

Yonder

2018-12 - 2022-3 · 3 yrs 4 mos

Executive Director, Digital Operations

Our Alchemy

2015-6 - 2016-11 · 1 yr 6 mos

Co-Founder

Omega | Dinim Software LLC

2010 - 2015-12 · 6 yrs

Software and service platform designed for digital content managment and OTT delivery for film & television producers and distributors.

Director of Media Operations

Anderson Digital, LLC

2014-7 - 2015-7 · 1 yr 1 mo

Developed media operations department responsible for end-to-end content pipeline. Hired, trained, and managed team. Oversaw the entirety of the digital content pipeline from asset ingestion to end distribution. Create and manage operational workflows for: o Content ingestion (metadata, artwork, caption/subtitles, video, audio) o Internal management of files and asset management systems o Quality control of assets o Outbound asset delivery workflows Launched Post Production Services Departments. Responsible for developing and maintaining platform relationships with clients such as Amazon Prime, iTunes, Netflix, Comcast, Google, Vudu, etc..

Digital Content Manager

Anderson Digital, LLC

2012-9 - 2014-7 · 1 yr 11 mos

Greater Los Angeles Area

Managed content ingestion and outbound content workflows to platforms and clients including: iTunes, Netflix, Hulu, Amazon AIV/Prime, Google Play, Vudu, PSN, Xbox, Comcast, Dish, etc. Develop and manage client and platform relationships. Establish and maintain vendor operations and procedures.

Digital Content Manager

Vanguard Cinema

2010-12 - 2013-2 · 2 yrs 3 mos

Greater Los Angeles Area

Developed physical and digital workflow procedures and operational processes. Responsible for assets as they moved through digital ingestion to various distribution networks. Ensuring that all content was delivered and ingested correctly, maintaining the integrity of assets for physical and digital distribution. Implemented and oversaw quality control systems for all content. Hired and managed DVD and BlueRay authoring, quality control, and digital delivery teams. Responsible for obtaining third-party post-production service with partners such as Technicolor and Deluxe Studios.

Acquisitions Manager

Vanguard Cinema

2009-10 - 2010-12 · 1 yr 3 mos

Greater Los Angeles Area

Responsible for screening and reviewing long form content for distribution. Establishing connections with producers and filmmakers. Attend film festivals and screenings. Review films and create recommendations for acquisition.