Matthew grew up in Southern California and has a deep fondness for the the ocean and water in general. He’s lived in most of the western united states and attended school in Oregon, where he earned a few degrees in business including, marketing, leadership and organizational management and a Masters in Business. Matt has a huge passion for working with young men to increase their chances of success and credits his current success to the many positive male role models that helped him grow into manhood.

He loves spending time outdoors, swimming, diving, exploring, spearfishing, fishing and camping. He often participates in martial arts competitions and spends part of his free time in the gym sparring or becoming more physically fit.