Matt Ballard

Senior AI and Digital Consultant

I am the Senior AI and Digital Consultant at Cosmic. My role involves making sure our programmes are well planned, delivered effectively and reported on accurately.

I lead the training team, support colleagues and deliver training and consultancy to clients. I also create new courses and content for our online learning platform.

A big part of my work is helping small businesses in Devon and Somerset improve their digital strategy and make better use of technology. My background in digital marketing supports this work and helps me give practical advice that businesses can apply in the real world.

I began my career after completing a degree in International Relations and Politics. I then joined Somerset County Council as a Graduate Management Trainee.

During that time, I worked across a range of departments and gained a Postgraduate Diploma in Management. I later joined the Economic Development Team, where I managed rural workspace projects, digital business support and rural superfast broadband infrastructure.