Matthew Black is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works closely with individuals, families, business owners, and executives to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at helping them navigate important financial decisions and gain confidence in their financial futures.
His areas of expertise include retirement planning, wealth management strategies, estate planning strategies, concentrated stock and equity compensation planning, tax-efficient investment strategies, banking and lending solutions, and business and corporate retirement plans. Matthew serves clients across a wide range of financial situations, from those beginning to build wealth to high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth families.
Matthew holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Arkansas System and has earned several professional designations, including Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of work, he is involved with the First Tee of Arkansas organization and enjoys activities such as golfing, hiking, visiting national parks, and spending time with his family.