Matthew Moneypenny is a New York City and Southampton–based real estate advisor specializing in architecturally significant homes, off-market opportunities and design-driven properties throughout Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Hudson Valley, Southampton and the East End. For more than two decades, he has advised leaders across the art, entertainment, fashion, advertising and technology industries on residential acquisitions, restorations and investments, bringing a highly curated, design-driven perspective to every transaction. Among his recent transactions is the acquisition of a $46 million off-market West Village townhouse that he sourced through his network, one of Manhattans largest residential sales of the year. Matthew is the founder and former Chairman & CEO of Trunk Archive and Great Bowery, two of the most influential companies in photography and fashion representation. Trunk Archive is the renowned image licensing archive representing many of the worlds leading photographers and artists. Great Bowery is one of the fashion industrys largest and most influential talent agencies. Earlier in his career, he served as Head of Licensing at Art + Commerce and Head of International Television in the London office of International Creative Management. A historic preservationist and avid gardener, Matthew has restored numerous architecturally significant residences in New York City, Southampton, Los Angeles and the Hudson Valley, several of which achieved record-setting price-per-square-foot sales. His lifelong passion for architecture, interiors, gardens, and neighborhood history informs an approach that helps clients recognize exceptional properties, uncover hidden opportunities and maximize long-term value. Matthew studied at Vassar College and Pratt Institute. He serves as a Trustee of The Anderson Center for Autism, Treasurer and Non-Executive Director of The Grandmother Collective and Strategic Advisor to Oxford Universitys Poverty & Human Development Initiative (OPHI). Previously, he served on boards at Vassar College and Mitchell College, and as Executive Director of The Southlands Foundation. Matthew has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, British GQ, Robb Report, The Business of Fashion, Vogue, GQ, MR PORTER and numerous other international publications.