We’re proud to announce the appointment of Matt Walnock as Head of AI and Advisory Services at Victory Square Partners — a pivotal step in our mission to help software-driven businesses build stronger technical foundations and integrate AI into the heart of their engineering operations.
Walnock brings decades of hands-on technology leadership to the role, having risen from software engineer to architect to Chief Technology Officer. Most notably, he served as CTO of Parature through its acquisition by Microsoft, before building a distinguished track record as a fractional CTO with high-growth startups and emerging software companies across the Washington, D.C. region — precisely the profile of companies Victory Square serves.
In his new role, Walnock works directly with clients on technical and product strategy, helping organizations think critically about how they structure engineering teams, build development culture, and design an AI-charged SDLC. He is also assembling a network of partners, contractors, and advisors to deepen Victory Square’s capacity to meet clients with flexible, high-caliber technical leadership.
"Having been in the CTO seat through acquisitions and rapid growth, I've seen firsthand what separates the companies that scale well from those that don't — it's strategic technical leadership. That need is only getting sharper as AI reshapes how engineering teams operate. Helping companies build around that shift, not just react to it, is the work I'm most excited to lead at Victory Square."
"Matt brings something rare: he's been in the seat. He's written the code, drawn the architecture, and sat in the CTO chair through a major acquisition. That lived experience is exactly what our clients need when navigating complex technical decisions under pressure."
As AI continues to reshape how software companies compete, the need for seasoned technical leadership has never been greater. This appointment reflects Victory Square’s continued commitment to providing growth-stage companies with the strategic depth and hands-on expertise they need to thrive.
