Matt is originally from the Mississippi Delta. He currently resides in Starkville, MS with his wife and two daughters. Matt graduated with a business degree from Mississippi State University and then went on to receive his masters in business administration from Millsaps College. Matt is the owner of Allegiant, LLC, having over ten years of experience as an independent insurance agency owner, specializing in home, auto, commercial, and life insurance. He also brings many years of investment experience from a prominent firm specializing in personal, business, and retirement services. He enjoys duck hunting, fly fishing, and boating with friends and family.