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Matthew Kolesky

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Director at Arbor Digital
📍 Houston, Texas, United States

Matthew Kolesky is the President and Chief Compliance Officer at Arbor Capital, where he also leads the Arbor Digital division. A graduate of St. Cloud State University, he is a pioneer in bringing digital assets to the advisory space, having personally started mining Bitcoin in 2010 and holding multiple digital asset certifications.

Originally from Alaska and now residing in Houston, Matthew has a deep passion for soccer, which extends to coaching, refereeing, and even authoring a book on the sports culture in America. He actively volunteers with community organizations like CampFire Alaska and enjoys exploring the world with his family.

Unique fact: Matthew began mining Bitcoin on his home computer in 2010, demonstrating an exceptionally early interest in the asset class for a financial advisor.

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Experience
26 Years
Current Role
Director
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Houston, Texas, United States
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Priorities

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Digital Asset Education
He frequently speaks at industry events and on podcasts, emphasizing the fiduciary duty advisors have to learn about and guide clients on digital assets.
Crypto Compliance
As a Chief Compliance Officer, he is focused on the intersection of traditional finance and digital assets, often speaking on due diligence for crypto platforms and managers.
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Career

Work history

12-2020
Director
Arbor Digital
2004
President
Arbor Capital
1-2000 - 8-2004
Associate
Charles Schwab
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RedSwan's Ed Nwokedi speaks with Matt Kolesky of Arbor Capital. Featured in YouTube
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Education
1995 - 1997
Bachelor’s Degree
St. Cloud State University
1994 - 1995
Economics
University of Wyoming
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