Why Am I Running?
A Proven Leader, New Energy and Fresh Perspective
I am Matt Dumpert. I’m an Oakland homeowner, active resident, devoted father, husband, friend, former U.S. Diplomat and Special Agent, successful business executive, long-time public servant, and life-long Independent.
I am completely and totally unaffiliated and free to do what’s best for Oaklanders – ALWAYS!
I bring new and innovative ideas to the Oakland Council and will never accept "busniness as usual" as the world continues to evolve!
I am running for Oakland Borough Council for 3 simple reasons:
- I want to bring my life's experiences to Oakland's increasingly complicated issues with full transparency, honesty, dignity and respect. I operate well under tremendous pressure, while balancing complicated priorities in real-time and want to de-risk Oakland’s future, with dedication and professionalism. I specialize in highly complex emergency and crisis management, continuity of operations, managing all forms of risk and protecting the value of investments.
- I am passionate about maximizing the value of our most significant investments while always doing what’s best for our beautiful community. This is where my home is, where my family and friends play and a place worth deeply investing in! I have the skills to drive outside investment in Oakland, achieving so many of the things that have been promised for years! I can generate revenue for Oakland, not simply raise taxes to service debt and fund future priorities!
- I will drive new and lasting value for Oakland, attract investment, reduce inefficiencies and ensure strong fiscal discipline in all things – with full transparency to you, the people of Oakland! I've done it my entire career and will not tolerate anything less!
I am a strong leader and will always fight for the people of Oakland!
Bottom Line Up Front
Public Service is an Honor, not a Career
Matt Dumpert will donate 100% of any pay, salary or stipend back into Oakland's operating budget to benefit the community.
Oakland Doesn't Need Career Politicians
Matt Dumpert is NOT a career politician and doesn't want to be. This is his public service, way of giving back and this is his time to work for Oakland's bright future!
Oakland is already Exceptional but with so much untapped potential!
Matt Dumpert will do everything it takes to protect and maximize the value of our homes, our community, and Oakland's natural beauty.
Matt Dumpert will fight for the people, businesses and the greatness of Oakland!
Matt Dumpert guarantee's extreme discretion and oversight over every dollar spent and contract signed.
Matt has battled fraud and mis-management his whole career, with absolute zero tolerance.
Matt is afraid of no one in pursuit of the truth and what's best for Oaklanders!
Oakland has a tax... & REVENUE problem!
Oakland has a tax AND REVENUE problem!
Matt has the negotiating, finance and business experience to drive modern, revenue-generating programs to help drive investmenmt and outsized value!
We need a NEW VOICE with new innovative ideas!
Matt Dumpert has a deep love for Oakland, its beauty, character, people, businesses, visitors and all who experience it.
He believes in treating all people with dignity and respect, showcasing extreme ownership, and most importantly, unrelenting accountability.
Oakland is a beautiful place, full of wonderful people, businesses and opportunities - it’s our job to protect and maximize that!
What does being an "Independent" mean to me?
I've always been a dedicated patriot, devoted family man, patently honest, deeply curious and always favor leading through kindness.
As a life-long unaffiliated Independent, I have split many tickets, worked alongside both Republicans and Democrats with vigor while honoring my oath to the Constitution, and know now - more than ever - we need open dialogue, decency in all things, strong connectedness and the relentless pursuit of what’s best for our children’s children.
I have dedicated much of my life to representing our great country overseas as a U.S. Diplomat and Special Agent with the U.S. Department of State. I led teams and negotiations through some of the most tumultuous, complicated, and dangerous national security and foreign policy challenges in recent history. I am proud of my service and would welcome the opportunity to serve again if our nation needed me.
I have always thrived in leadership positions, leading teams to success in sports, philanthropy, austere environments overseas, and now as a global business executive. I believe strongly in negotiation through kindness, strength, and deep thoughtful strategy.
Whether dealing with Presidents, Ministers, local warlords, religious leaders in war-torn regions, hostile adversaries, the world’s most dis-advantaged and dis-enfranchised, close allies, global business leaders or partners, this approach has served me well and saved my bacon more than once!
I now lead a global practice at a top international firm headquartered in NYC, providing financial and global risk advisory services. My clients include Fortune 500 executives, world leaders, over 95% of the AmLaw100 top law firms, internationally active non-profit organizations, and influential Private Equity and Venture Capital institutions that fuel our local economies and global commercial influence.
Being an Independent means being free from party politics, outside influence, big donors and national priorities that may not align with Oakland values.
I always fight for what is RIGHT, not what is popular.
How does my past impact YOUR future?
My career in federal law enforcement combating global terrorism, hostile intelligence services, large-scale identity theft and fraud rings, international money laundering enterprises, human smuggling conspirators, trans-national gangs and protecting our nation’s top national security infrastructure has taught me the importance of honor, duty and patriotism. My culminating achievement consisted of years as a Senior Advisor to the U.S. Secretary of State and U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations - advocating always for the best interests of the United States of America in all things!
I will always advocate for the people of Oakland, maximizing property values and maintaining what is exceptional for our future generation of leaders! I will NEVER bow to a political party, leader or special interest.
Oakland is too important and special for anything else!
