Matt Hunstock is a seasoned financial advisor with over 19 years of experience in the field. Throughout his career, Matt has honed his expertise in wealth management, serving a diverse clientele that includes business owners, professionals, executives, families, divorcees, and union workers. With a strong focus on establishing lasting relationships, Matt strives to guide his clients through life's ups and downs, helping them thrive in the future.
Matt's journey in the financial world began after earning a degree at the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he majored in History and Business Economics with an emphasis on Accounting. Eager to deepen his knowledge and skills, he pursued a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) with a specialization in Financial Planning. His dedication paid off, as he became a Certified Financial Planner at a young age, having successfully passed the necessary tests. Having worked with prestigious financial institutions such as AIG Advisor Group, Banc of America Investments, Merrill Lynch, and Ameriprise Financial, Matt's entrepreneurial spirit led him to become a founder of the fully independent Grove Wealth Advisors.
Beyond his professional achievements, Matt cherishes his role as a family man. He and his vibrant family are proud residents of the Wine Country, where they enjoy the region's beauty and charm. His wife, Kelly, is a lifelong Sonoma County resident and a Registered Nurse at one of the local hospitals. Their household is filled with energy as they are joined by their daughter and active twin boys. Completing their loving family are a dog, two cats, and four chickens. When Matt isn't hard at work or spending time with his loved ones, he participates in a variety of hobbies. He finds enjoyment in the outdoors through overlanding, a form of 4x4 camping. Additionally, he expresses his creativity through video and photography, staying active on the tennis court, and challenging himself with CrossFit.
What truly drives Matt is his passion for helping others. Inspired by his late father, a doctor who dedicated his life to improving people's health, Matt aspires to be the "primary doctor" for his clients' financial well-being. This profound sense of purpose motivates him to go above and beyond in providing expert guidance and support. Matt looks forward to assisting you on your financial journey and being your trusted advisor, ensuring your long-term success.
Achievements:
- Perennial Diamond Award during his tenure at Ameriprise Financial
- 2019 Northbay Business Journal's Forty Under 40
- On the board of the Santa Junior College's Investment Committee
- Previously on the board of the SRJC Foundation Board, Chop's Teen Club, and Santa Rosa's Young Professionals.