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Matthew P. Hourigan, CFP, AWMA

Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER

Matt enjoys connecting with people and is passionate about helping them feel confident about their financial future. He takes a practical, approachable style to planning and works closely with individuals and families to create strategies that fit their goals.

In 2016, Matt met the rigorous experience, ethical, and exam requirements of the CFP® Board and became a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®™ (CFP®) professional. He brings an in-depth knowledge of financial solutions to any situation, striving ultimately to bring impactful advice directly to each of his clients.

Prior to joining UBS, Matt worked in education - serving as the Chief Financial and Operating Officer for a youth sports non-profit in addition to working as an administrator and teacher at two different inner-city schools. He earned a Bachelor’s Degree in economics from Denison University and a Master’s Degree from the University of Notre Dame.

In his free time, Matt is an avid runner, amateur guitarist, and Head Coach for Boys Varsity Lacrosse at Cretin-Derham Hall in St. Paul. He has also served on the Board of Directors for Mile in My Shoes - a Twin Cities-based non-profit focused on bringing the power of running to people experiencing homelessness and other barriers. He also co-founded Capital City Lacrosse - a community based youth lacrosse association serving K-8th grade boys and girls in St. Paul. 

Matt lives in Mendota Heights with his wife, Ali, and their sons, Billy and Wes, and spends his free time coaching their sports teams or enjoying the lakes and rivers of Minnesota and Wisconsin.

Registered States:
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • DC
  • FL
  • GA
  • IA
  • IL
  • IN
  • KS
  • MA
  • MD
  • MI
  • MN
  • MT
  • NC
  • ND
  • NE
  • NM
  • NY
  • OH
  • OR
  • PA
  • SC
  • SD
  • TX
  • UT
  • VA
  • VT
  • WA
  • WI

  • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors, 2024, 2025The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in April based on information from a 12 month period ending June of the prior year.
  • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2023, 2024, 2025The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.
  • Forbes Top Next-Gen (Generation) Wealth Advisors Best-in-State, 2024, 2025The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in August based on information from a 12 month period ending in March of the award year.
  • UBS Wealth Management Director’s Council, 2024UBS Financial Services Inc. Councils are a distinction held by UBS Financial Advisors based on criteria including evaluation of compliance with firm rules, standards & policies and revenue. Council membership is not representative of any one client's experience and is not indicative of the advisor’s future performance.

Eligibility is based on quantitative factors and is not necessarily related to the quality of the investment advice. For more information on third party rating methodologies, please visit ubs.com/us/en/designation-disclosures

Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Denison University
  • Master’s Degree, University of Notre Dame

Credentials

  • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER
  • Accredited Wealth Management Advisor

Our advice is comprehensive. We help diverse clients in a broad range of areas, including:

Financial planning
Education planning
Estate planning strategies
Philanthropy
Custom portfolios
Sustainable investing
Cash management
Multi-generational families
444 Cedar Street
Suite 2200
St Paul, MN 55101

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Matthew P. Hourigan, CFP, AWMA is also part of:
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  • Rachel Putratz

    Rachel Putratz

    Team Administrator

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    As Team Business Manager, Rachel provides business related support as well as manages the day-to day-operations of the team.  She enjoys researching different solutions for your clients to find solutions and drive efficiency. Rachel appreciates the lasting relationships she had developed since joining UBS in 2007. Rachel received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Concordia College in Moorhead, MN and has also earned the Accredited Asset Management Specialist™ designation from the College for Financial Planning.

    Rachel resides in the Chisago Lakes area and enjoys fishing, biking, hiking and being outdoors with husband Matt and their sons Luke and Drew. She is busy with her kids’ activities and volunteering at Elim Lutheran Church.

      • Concordia College, B.A.Economics & History
        444 Cedar Street
        Suite 2200
        St Paul, MN 55101
        rachel.putratz@ubs.com
        Rachel Putratz
        444 Cedar Street,St Paul,MN,55101
      • Shane Benick

        Shane Benick

        Registered Client Associate

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        As a Client Service Associate, Shane plays an integral role in providing exceptional service to our clients. Shane graduated in 2022 from the University of St. Thomas with a degree in finance and a minor in data analytics. During his time at St. Thomas and post-graduation, Shane worked at RBC Wealth Management as both an intern and in a financial application assistance role. Shane is a St. Paul native and spends his free time with family and friends, or on the golf course.

          • University of St. Thomas, B.A. Finance and Data Analytics
            444 Cedar Street
            Suite 2200
            St Paul, MN 55101
            shane.benick@ubs.com
            Shane Benick
            444 Cedar Street,St Paul,MN,55101
          • Tommy

            Thomas Running

            Client Associate

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              Tommy joined UBS in April 2024 as an Office Administrator and made the transition to our Legacy Wealth Management Team in April 2025. He has a strong interest in finance and is passionate about providing excellent service to our clients and building lasting, impactful, and positive relationships.

              Tommy graduated in 2013 from Wartburg College with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing. He enjoys spending time with friends, family, and his dog, Milton. He also has previous experience as a Wilderness Guide in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area and has completed a 3,300-mile bike trip across the United States.

                    444 Cedar Street
                    Suite 2200
                    St Paul, MN 55101
                    thomas.running@ubs.com
                    Thomas Running
                    444 Cedar Street,St Paul,MN,55101

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