Matthew P. Krouse, CFP^®, RLP^®, AAMS^® Financial Advisor

Matt is dedicated to client success. He works to create judgment-free zones so people can express their dreams and explore possibilities that weren’t previously on their radar. His listening skills, empathy, and honesty help clients feel informed and in control as they partner together. Working closely with Matt, clients define life-enhancing goals, implement strategies for reaching those goals, and make adjustments when circumstances change. He combines his strong background in finance and economics with creative and critical thinking skills. Matt’s aim is to ensure that clients receive the best possible guidance for growing the wealth they need to live the life they want.

What’s most important to me is being a positive force for transforming people’s lives. Opal’s process, planning, and resources empower clients to stay focused on achieving their priorities.

Before joining Opal Wealth Advisors in 2021, Matt spent nearly 20 years as a financial advisor at Edward Jones. Previously, he was a financial analyst and associate at Stern Stewart & Co., where he helped open their Southeast Asia headquarters in Singapore.

Matt, a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®), Registered Life Planner® (RLP®), and a certified Accredited Asset Management Specialist™ (AAMS®), earned his Bachelor of Science in Commerce from the University of Virginia. Matt and his wife, MP, enjoy life with their two dogs and Matt’s two daughters, Hana and Mae. He is committed to wellness, continuous learning, and family fun. He enjoys spending as much time outside as possible, hiking, cooking, traveling, reading, and playing board games. Matt is also a passionate NY Giants fan.

Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. (CFP Board) owns the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, CFP® (with plaque design), and CFP® (with flame design) in the U.S., which it authorizes use of by individuals who successfully complete CFP Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements.