Matthew Pyne has been appointed as Research Economist in the Strategic Resources Department of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), effective February 16, 2026. The announcement was made by IAM International President Brian Bryant.
“Matt has dedicated his career to advancing the interests of IAM members through education, research and frontline leadership,” said IAM Union International President Brian Bryant. “His deep understanding of collective bargaining, workplace safety, and labor economics, combined with his firsthand experience serving our membership, makes him exceptionally qualified for this role. Matt’s expertise will strengthen our Strategic Resources Department and support the critical work we do every day to improve the lives of working people.”
Pyne previously worked as an Educational Representative at the William W. Winpisinger Education and Technology Center since October 2021. In that position, he delivered training and leadership development programs to IAM members throughout North America.
He joined IAM Local 1763 (District 140) in Halifax, Nova Scotia in 2009. Since then, he has held various positions such as shop steward, national contract negotiation team member, contract researcher and presenter, and health and safety representative.
Within the Young Machinists program, Pyne contributed as an organizer, presenter and mentor. He was elected President of Local 1763 for two terms, representing members in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland.
Pyne also served as Health and Safety Representative at Air Canada. He participated on a nationally selected equipment assessments team that included representatives from IAM, Air Canada and the Government of Canada.
He holds a master’s degree in labor studies from the University of Massachusetts Amherst with a focus on union leadership and administration. His combination of academic credentials and union experience is expected to support IAM negotiations and strategic initiatives through economic research.
