About
Matthew Raines serves as Principal and Senior Relationship Manager at Balentine in Raleigh, NC. In his leadership role, he oversees a dedicated team that manages all aspects of clients' financial well-being, focusing on comprehensive wealth management, legacy planning, and investment strategies tailored to each family's unique goals.
Raines specializes in guiding high-net-worth individuals, families, and business owners, with a focus on multi-asset portfolios encompassing both public and private markets. His expertise spans portfolio construction, risk management, and fiduciary practices, addressing complex financial, legacy, and tax considerations for affluent clients.
Prior to being named Principal in 2025, he progressed at Balentine as Senior Relationship Manager and Relationship Manager, reflecting a commitment to long-term client partnerships and the firm's collaborative culture. He holds a BSBA in Economics from the University of North Carolina Wilmington, bringing a strong analytical foundation and deep understanding of economic drivers to his advisory work.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balentine | Principal | Jan 2025 to Present | — |
| Balentine | Senior Relationship Manager | Sep 2024 to Present | — |
| Balentine | Relationship Manager | Jan 2022 to Aug 2024 | — |
| Balentine | Associate Relationship Manager | May 2018 to Jan 2022 | — |
| CAPTRUST | Senior Client Management Consultant | Aug 2011 to Apr 2018 | — |
Education
University of North Carolina Wilmington
BSBA, Economics
2006 — 2010
Others at Balentine LLC (6)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
A Adrian Cronje | Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer and Founding Partner | Atlanta, GA , United States |
 | Senior Portfolio Analyst | Atlanta, GA , United States |
 | Head Trader | Athens, GA , United States |
D Drew Traylor | Senior Investment Analyst | Atlanta, GA , United States |
E Emily Barbour | Principal | Atlanta, GA , United States |
 | Associate | Marietta, GA , United States |
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