Matt Payne

QPA, QKA, AIF®

Senior Advisor, Wealth

+1 (281) 771 3300

Matt is a senior wealth advisor with Baker Tilly Wealth Management, LLC. He has more than 20 years of experience in the qualified retirement plan industry. Throughout his career, Matt has developed an extensive skill set and profound understanding across all facets of qualified plan administration which allows him to develop forward-thinking, custom solutions tailored to our clients’ needs and requirements.

With a robust background encompassing both advisory roles and third-party administrator (TPA) responsibilities, Matt leverages his expertise to guide employers through the intricacies of regulatory compliance. His nuanced comprehension of the evolving legislative landscape empowers him to proactively mitigate potential liabilities, offering invaluable support in safeguarding clients' interests.

Matt's multifaceted background, coupled with his unwavering dedication to excellence, positions him as a trusted advisor capable of delivering tailored solutions to meet the diverse needs of his clients.

Experience

Assists clients in meeting fiduciary responsibilities and develops strategies to mitigate fiduciary liability
Conducts educational workshops for clients’ plan participants
Guides plan sponsors through the formation, implementation and ongoing management of their retirement plans
Analyzes and evaluates various retirement plan providers to identify the best options based on factors such as financial stability, investment performance, fees and customer service
Advises and guides plan sponsors through the requirements listed in ERISA
Qualified Pension Administrator, ASPPA
Qualified 401(k) Administrator, ASPPA
FI360 and the Center for Fiduciary Studies
Accredited Investment Fiduciary
NASAA Series 65 securities qualification
Investment Advisor Representative

Involvement

American Society of Pension Professionals and Actuaries

Thought leadership

“Navigating fiduciary responsibility in the era of fee compression: the imperative of due diligence in retirement plan management,” April 2024
“Act now and secure your employees’ future with a 401(k) plan,” February 2024
“2024 retirement plan contribution limits,” November 2023
“Financial wellness: planning for your financial future,” November 2023
“Market outlook for retirement plan sponsors and participants,” August 2022

Location

Houston, TX

Expertise

Disclosure

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