After 7.5 incredible years, last week marked my final days at Amazon. As I refle
By Garrett Matig · October 16, 2026 · Curated by George's Blog
After 7.5 incredible years, last week marked my final days at Amazon.
As I reflect on this chapter, I’m filled with gratitude for the opportunities, experiences, and relationships that have shaped me both professionally and personally.
Throughout my time at Amazon, I had the privilege of driving sales growth, developing strategic partnerships, and building and scaling teams and go-to-market initiatives. I partnered with some of the largest brands and third-party sellers on Amazon to identify growth opportunities, improve operational efficiencies, and solve complex business challenges.
But beyond the work and results, what I’ll value most are the people.
A special thank you to Jessica Newcomb, Andrew Lester, Jake Ballenger, Bobby Hodge, and Cody Johnson for your mentorship, trust, and support. Each of you challenged me, believed in my potential, and helped shape who I am as a professional and leader today.
I’m equally grateful for the incredible colleagues and friends who welcomed me when I first moved across the country and made Seattle feel like home. From the people I met on day one to those I worked alongside in my final days, the relationships and friendships I’ve built are something I’ll carry with me well beyond Amazon.
I leave with tremendous pride in what we accomplished together and excitement for what’s ahead. As this chapter closes, my family and I are relocating back to my hometown, where we look forward to raising our one-year-old son.
Thank you, Amazon, for an unforgettable 7.5 years. Onward to what’s next!