Matthew Cushing Nelson Labs

Matt Cushing is the Vice President of Quality and Science at Nelson Laboratories, where he oversees global initiatives and regulatory interactions for teams across multiple sites to uphold the company’s standards in quality, service, and science. With over 20 years of leadership experience in highly regulated environments—including GMP, GLP, ISO, FDA, and more—Matt brings a deep commitment to quality systems and people-centric leadership. His career at Nelson Labs spans roles from Quality Auditor to Senior Director and now Vice President, during which he has successfully managed global quality integration, high-risk scientific issues, and regulatory responses. Matt is known for building high-performing teams and mentoring future leaders, including facilitating leadership development programs, and participating in and driving mentorship initiatives across Sotera Health. A recipient of numerous academic and professional honors—including the President’s Award from the University of Utah and the 2025 Nelson Labs Inspired Mentorship Award—Matt continues to model values-driven leadership with a focus on service, collaboration, and continuous improvement. "Onward, upward, together."