Optimal
Ice Cream

​ABOUT Me - Matt from optimal ice cream
Hi, I’m Matt from Optimal Ice Cream, the ice cream manufacturing consultant company based in Great Barrington, MA. I’ve been lucky enough to turn a chance opportunity into a rewarding career spanning nearly 15 years in the ice cream industry.
When I started, I had no idea where this journey would take me—ice cream just happened to be there when I was searching for a direction, and I quickly fell in love with the process. Over the years, I’ve operated multiple ice cream factories, developed a wide variety of unique products, and had the privilege of working with some incredible people who share a passion for bringing joy to others through ice cream.
The relationships I’ve built within the industry are invaluable, as they’ve taught me so much about the craft, from production techniques to the finer details of flavor development. There’s always something new to learn, and my greatest professional joy is sharing that knowledge with others.
Helping clients overcome challenges and create products they’re proud of is deeply satisfying. And, of course, I still enjoy the occasional cone—it’s the perfect reminder of why I started down this path in the first place. I’m excited to see where the next chapter in ice cream takes me!