Matt Gray, Chairman

Matt Gray is co-founder and Chairman of Hilgraeve, Inc.  Resolving to launch Hilgraeve in 1980 to develop and market technology-based products, Gray and his co-founders foresaw the demand for powerful, easy-to-use communications software. Through the company's early exposure to microcomputer technology, Gray has used his innovation to help develop new products for Hilgraeve.  After 25 years at the head of Hilgraeve and after closing the largest sale in the company’s history, Gray stepped down from day-to-day operating responsibilities but still retains the role of Chairman of the Board.

Throughout his 25 year tenure at Hilgraeve, Gray has won numerous awards and patents for his work in creating the most advanced data communications software available. He has consistently won top industry awards in the general-purpose communications software category for ease of use, speed and reliability.

Gray's dedication to making Hilgraeve the premiere data communications software company available and his commitment to enabling computer users to tap the exploding potential of on-line communications with the easiest, most advanced data communications software available has made Hilgraeve a well-recognized company.

Prior to founding Hilgraeve, Gray worked as a staff manufacturing engineer at the world-headquarters of Monroe Auto Equipment. Gray was awarded a US patent in microcomputer-based coin validation technology in 1985 and for HyperGuard anti-virus technology in 1994. He holds a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering (BSME) from Northwestern University.