Meet Our Coaches

Why The College Funding Coach?

I saw firsthand the impact that paying for college had on my parents. Increasing tuition costs and untimely market fluctuations delayed my parents’ retirement timelines, but helping my brother, sister, and me pay for college was very important to them.

The College Funding Coach has given me the knowledge to help parents pay for college in the most efficient, personalized manner possible.

Area of Focus for Delivering LKS Workshops: Maryland

A Little More About Matthew

Background: After graduating from Penn State with honors, Matthew worked in the back office at a financial services firm, which was his first introduction to the power of financial advice. He has worked with First Financial Group for two years, gaining detailed knowledge in recommending strategies to meet clients’ current and future needs.

Personal Life & Community Involvement: Matthew grew up just north of Pittsburgh with two older siblings. His dad was an engineer at IBM and currently works at Microsoft. His mom recently retired after being a math and history teacher for 20 years.

In his free time, Matthew loves exercising! He goes on many hikes and bike rides with his wife, Shea, and plays volleyball in various adult leagues. He is also an amateur guitar and piano player.

Matthew volunteers for Best Buddies International.

Education: Penn State, Bachelor’s in Finance, Minor in Real Estate Analysis and Development (READ)

Accomplishments: Played D1 Volleyball at Penn State

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Licensing Info or Other Required Language: Series 7 and 66, Life and Health License

Disclosure: Registered Representative of insurance and securities, investment advisory and financial planning services offered through MML Investors Services, LLC, Member SIPC. Supervisory Office: 7101 Wisconsin Ave, Suite 1200, Bethesda, MD 20814. (301) 907-9030.

The College Funding Coach is not associated with First Financial Group or MassMutual Investors Services.

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