In Matthew's own words, here is his personal mission statement:

"I am dedicated to providing the most positive and creative choices & loving solutions for individuals, couples, families, and businesses; Enhancing their Lives, and resolving problems, challenges and conflicts into WIN/WIN outcomes, utilizing the best resources and professionals to do so! "

He earned his Major in Theology from St. John's University, and has completed over 6,000+ hours of post graduate education and research, including courses on:

* Personal and Human Development
* Spirituality & Theology
* Interpersonal Communication
* Personal and Family Dynamics
* Business Management/Marketing/Sales
* Athletic Coaching/Motivation/Winning

Matthew is also certified and received advanced training on:

* Certification in Athletic Coaching
* Certification in Super Learning & Holographic Sound ( John David Learning Institute )
* Certification as a Neurolinguistic Practitioner (Anthony Robbins Research Institute)
* Advanced Training in Family Law, Mediation & Dynamics of Dissolution
* Advanced Training in Mentoring (The World Wide Group)

Matthew has also created and taught the following courses:

* Interpersonal Communication Styles, Strategies, & Choices
* Wellness Courses
* Positive Parenting for Parents
* Joyful Teaching for Teachers
* The "WOW" Experience: A MASTERY Course in Human Development
* MASTERY of Barter and Trade
* MASTERY of Selling
* MASTERY of Management

Being an integral part of a community is paramount to Matthew, and he has long been active in civic and community organizations, charities and non-profit organizations, including:

* Boy and Girl Scouts of America
* Boys and Girls Clubs of America
* Children's Heartlink
* Churches ( various Non-denominational )
* Diabetes Foundation
* El Fondo
* Finnegan's Community Fund
* Fuller Center for Housing
* Habitat for Humanity
* Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
* Hope Filled Hands
* Kindness International
* Make-A-Wish Foundation
* March of Dimes
* Minnesota Soccer Association
* Minnesota Youth Soccer Association
* Missing Children Minnesota
* Resource Center for Fathers and Families
* Salvation Army
* Teen Challenge
* The Dwelling Place