A plan for today, tomorrow and generations to come

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We make a real impact in the lives of our clients by guiding them through major life events and helping them preserve and pass on their wealth. Our customized approach focuses on thoughtful financial planning and wealth management that looks beyond your investments and encompasses all aspects of your financial life.

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We are here to provide quality strategies customized to your needs. We concentrate on developing long-term relationships through a commitment to quality client service. You can rely on our personalized advice, first-class solutions, and extensive wealth management experience.

  • Matt Odom

    Matthew Odom, CFP®

    Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

    Financial Advisor

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    • AK
    • AL
    • AR
    • AZ
    • CA
    • CO
    • DE
    • FL
    • GA
    • IA
    • IL
    • IN
    • KS
    • KY
    • LA
    • MA
    • MD
    • MI
    • MN
    • MO
    • NC
    • NE
    • NV
    • OH
    • SC
    • TN
    • TX
    • VA
    • WV

    Matt has 25 years of experience helping financial services clients. Matt leads the financial planning process, and also serves as portfolio manager—overseeing the evaluation and implementation of his client's investment models. Matt is a native of Richmond, Virginia and is a proud graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

    Matt is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®™ and is Series 7, 66, and 31 licensed. He also maintains health, life, and variable annuity insurance licenses in multiple states.

    Matt takes great joy in helping clients face and overcome challenges in their personal, business and financial lives. He stays involved in the local community and enjoys participating in philanthropic roles listed below.

    Matt and his wife Lane are the proud parents to three children. They enjoy playing tennis, traveling, hiking, trying new restaurants, attending concerts, and watching UNC basketball and football.

    Involvement:

    American Heart Association, Chair of 2026 Knoxville Heart Walk

    Junior Achievement, 2nd Grade Mentor

    Great Smoky Mountain Institute at Tremont, Board Member

    Episcopal Church of Ascension, Endowment Committee

    • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026The 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.
    • UBS Wealth Management Director’s Council, 2024, 2026UBS 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.
    • UBS Wealth Management President’s Council, 2025UBS 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.

        Financial planning
        Education planning
        Long-term care planning
        Retirement planning
        Custom portfolios
        Asset allocation
        Multi-generational families
        Business owners
        800 South Gay Street
        Suite 2600
        Knoxville, TN 37929
        matthew.odom@ubs.com
        Matthew Odom, CFP®
        800 South Gay Street,Knoxville,TN,37929
      • Mary Adkins

        Mary Adkins

        Team Administrator

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        • AL
        • CO
        • TN

        Mary Adkins is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations and administration within our team. This includes diligently following up on client and advisor requests, ensuring that deadlines are met, and that all associated documentation is complete.

        She has been passionately involved in the financial services industry since 1981, and for more than 19 years, she has had the privilege of working alongside Matt. Holding Series 7 and 63 licenses, she is committed to making sure our clients' daily financial lives run seamlessly, allowing them to pursue their goals with ease.

        On a personal note, Mary has been happily married to her husband Gary for over 46 years. She has two wonderful daughters and two adorable grandsons. In her free time, she cherishes moments spent with her family, vacationing on the beautiful beaches along the Gulf of Mexico, gardening, and cooking.

        She looks forward to working with all of you and supporting our clients in achieving their financial goals.

              Banking
              Lending services
              Cash management
              Securities-backed lending
              Home Worker TN
              Home Worker TN, TN 000
              mary.adkins@ubs.com
              Mary Adkins
              Home Worker TN,Home Worker TN,TN,000
            • Mikayla Teal

              Mikayla Teal

              Registered Client Associate

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              • AL
              • CO
              • GA
              • TN

              Mikayla is responsible for assisting with daily operations and administration. This includes completing requests to ensure that deadlines are met and all associated documentation is complete. Mikayla has worked in the financial services industry since 2020, and holds Series 6, Series 7, Series 65, Series 63, and life and health insurance licenses.

              Mikayla is incredibly passionate about financial education, and she strives to help clients gain a better understanding of their financial situations. Mikayla is committed to supporting clients and Matt in every way possible.

              Outside of work, Mikayla enjoys spending quality time with her son, exploring new travel destinations, attending sporting events, and unwinding with some reality TV.

                    Banking
                    Cash management
                    Financial planning
                    Investing
                    800 South Gay Street
                    Suite 2600
                    Knoxville, TN 37929
                    mikayla.teal@ubs.com
                    Mikayla Teal
                    800 South Gay Street,Knoxville,TN,37929
                  • Jonathan Collins

                    Jonathan "JP" Collins

                    Registered Client Associate

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                    • TN

                    Jonathan Collins (JP) contributes to the day‑to‑day operations of the practice, with a focus on accuracy, consistency, and efficient client service. He works closely with the team to help ensure client requests are handled promptly and thoroughly.

                    Jonathan currently holds both SIE and Series 7 licenses. His ongoing commitment to professional growth truly demonstrates Jonathan’s drive to excel and continuously enhance their knowledge and skill set.

                    JP and his wife, Sydney, enjoy playing golf, traveling, and spending time with their two doodles, Indy and Poppy. They are proud Tennessee Volunteers fans.

                          Banking
                          Lending services
                          Cash management
                          Financial planning
                          800 South Gay Street
                          Suite 2600
                          Knoxville, TN 37929
                          jonathan.collins@ubs.com
                          Jonathan "JP" Collins
                          800 South Gay Street,Knoxville,TN,37929

                        Please welcome Jonathan to The Odom Group

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                        Working with diverse clients with specific needs, our team sees it as our top responsibility to understand each aspect of your unique and often complicated financial life.

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                        We ask the questions and find the answers that can help you explore and pursue your financial goals in the short term, long term or whatever your terms may be.

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                        Our approach incorporates Liquidity. Longevity. Legacy. strategies to assist clients in exploring and pursuing their wealth management needs and goals over different time frames. This approach is not a promise or guarantee that wealth, or any financial results, can or will be achieved. All investments involve the risk of loss, including the risk of loss of the entire investment.

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