Team

Matthew Rainbow

Associate Advisor

Dad, Husband, Golfer, Fisherman, Powerlifter, and sourdough aficionado.

As an Associate Advisor, Matthew brings a unique blend of operational expertise, leadership experience, and a genuine passion for helping people navigate important decisions. He enjoys working behind the scenes to ensure every detail is handled, while also supporting clients and advisors in delivering a thoughtful, high-quality planning experience.

Before joining Strategic Financial Services, Matthew spent over a decade building and leading teams in operations, customer service, and product development. Along the way, he developed a knack for turning complex processes into smooth, efficient systems—and helping the people around him grow along the way.

Education

BA in English with a Focus in Leadership as a Service Scholar, St. John Fisher University

Community Service

St. John Fisher Service Scholar
Youth Sports Volunteer

Beneath the Surface

Claim to Fame

In 2019, Matt filled in as a “model” on a photo shoot for Callaway and IZZO golf products. He can still be found on some shelves in Dick’s Sporting Goods, Walmart and Target.

Enjoys

Fishing up north in Canada, Golfing at Skenandoa Golf Club with his two boys, training and competing in Powerlifting events in New York State.

Family

Born and raised in Syracuse, NY and attended Christian Brothers Academy. Moved to Rochester where, after graduating St. John Fisher, met his wife Elizabeth and took up residence in the city of Rochester where they welcomed their two boys, Benjamin and Brooks. In 2021, Matt and Elizabeth moved their family to Rome, NY and currently reside in Westmoreland.

Before victory comes temptation. And the greater the victory to win, the greater the temptation to withstand.
Stephen King