TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE
The American Dream Experience®
An opportunity to discover what investing is, how it works, and how it can fulfill on your purpose for life.
Is this event for you?
Discover how to transform your financial future
We are committed to saving families from speculating and gambling with their hard-earned money. Whether a financial novice or a long-time investor, we are training and developing investors to know what they are doing with their investments and why. Here are a few examples of who can benefit from the American Dream Experience.
DIY Investor
You manage your own investments but often feel overwhelmed by the multitude of options and decisions.
Discover empirically tested academic investing principles based on Nobel Prize-winning research to help eliminate the guesswork and avoid speculating and gambling with your financial future.
Retirement-Ready Investor
You’re nearing or in retirement and unsure how to proceed and worried about having enough money to live a fulfilling life.
Learn strategies on how to invest prudently in any market condition and optimize your expected returns given your risk preferences.
Beginner Investor
You’re new to investing and feel lost about where to start or what steps to take.
Learn the fundamentals of what investing is, how it works, and how it can help you achieve your American Dream. Work with an advisor for ongoing training and development to become prudent and disciplined over a lifetime.
Dissatisfied Investor
You already have a financial advisor, but you feel uninformed or unsure about their strategies.
We believe investors should always be at choice around their money. Choose an investing strategy that aligns with your True Purpose for Money® and one that you can stick with over a lifetime – and an advisor who will work with you along the way.
Become a Conscious Investor
This two-day educational event can alter your relationship with money and leave you in action powerfully pursuing your dreams. Unlike other financial training programs on the market, the American Dream Experience is an opportunity to discover what academic investing science is, how it works, and how it can help fulfill your life’s purpose.
Join us to learn how you can apply the science of investing to your portfolio and be empowered to recapture, reclaim, and realize your American Dream.
MEET THE LEADERS
Meet Mark Matson & Josh Crawford
Mark Matson, CEO of Matson Money, created the American Dream Experience to make Nobel Prize-winning investment research accessible and to help people transform their relationship with money. Along with Josh Crawford, Vice President of Training and Development, they have led over 20 events for more than 5,000 families and counting (as of August 2024).
Mark Matson
Founder & CEO at Matson Money
As an entrepreneur, author, and innovator in the fields of investing science and financial education, Mark Matson brings investment management, education and tools to over 300 independent advisory practices across the U.S. and Puerto Rico.
Mark created The American Dream Experience and the Matson Method, helping bring Nobel Prize-winning investing principles to everyday investors. He is the author of several books including: Main Street Money: How to Outwit, Outsmart, and Out Invest the Wall Street Bullies and the national best seller, Experiencing the American Dream: How to Invest Your Time, Energy, and Money to Create an Extraordinary Life.
He is a frequent guest on national news programs including Fox Business, CNBC, Bloomberg and Yahoo Finance. Mark and his wife Melissa reside in Scottsdale, Arizona, and are the proud parents of eight children.
Josh Crawford
Vice President of Training & Development at Matson Money
Josh Crawford is a leader in the financial services industry, bringing the power of Nobel Prize-winning investing science to communities across the U.S. and Puerto Rico.
His expertise includes leading breakthrough educational experiences to hundreds of advisors and thousands of their clients, helping lead and engineer innovative advisor training programs, and training and developing entrepreneurs to expand themselves and their businesses.
As the Vice President of Training and Development at Matson Money, he is instrumental in bringing the award-winning* American Dream Experience to families across North America.
*Details on awards won by the American Dream Experience are available here.
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OUR BOARD
Matson Money Academic Advisory Board
Matson Money’s Academic Advisory Board includes luminaries in their fields who offer insights into investing and leveraging free markets. Each member contributes significantly to the foundational principles of Matson Money and supports our growth as a leading investor training and development company.
* Academic Advisory Board members generally receive compensation from Matson Money for their services which include, but are not limited to, independent leadership consulting; co-authoring white papers; and speaking at Matson Money conferences. Advisory Board members may also provide insight to Matson Money on portfolio construction, asset allocation, quantitative analysis, investor behavior and other areas of expertise, as needed. Certain Advisory Board members are employed by or otherwise affiliated with third party advisory firms that offer funds in which Client accounts are invested.
Key Benefits
Unlock Your Financial Potential
The American Dream Experience is a breakthrough financial training program where you can:
Create a Fulfilling Life
Discover your True Purpose for Money and choose an investing strategy aligned with that purpose because we believe without purpose, no amount of money will ever be enough.
Apply The Science of Investing
Our investing methodology is based on Nobel Prize-winning academic investing principles and behavioral science that focus on long-term wealth creation.
Establish A Framework For Decision Making
Avoid the static of short-term market trends and fluctuations and discover how to stay prudent and disciplined over a lifetime.
Understand the Human Behavior Factor
Learn how human biases and blind spots have the potential to destroy dreams and create safeguards against behavioral pitfalls to help protect your hard-earned money.
Invest for the Future
We train and develop investors to stick to their investing strategy over the long term. It requires working with an advisor coach to harness the power of self-discipline and purpose.
Relive the Highlights
Previous Editions of the American Dream Experience
Take a look at some memorable moments from previous events. From insightful sessions to engaging opportunities building community, see how attendees interacted during the American Dream Experience. Get inspired and excited for what is to come at our next event!
RECOGNITIONS
Award-Winning Event
The American Dream Experience has received prestigious awards, highlighting our commitment to innovation, financial education, and exceptional experiences.
Receipt of award does not acknowledge any particular skill or expertise on behalf of recipient and should not be used in determining whether to enter into any agreement with Matson Money, Inc. Please consider the disclosure of criteria for each award shown.
Upcoming Events
Waitlist
The American Dream Experience on January 30-31, 2025 in Scottsdale, Arizona is currently full. To join the waitlist, please click here to be added. We will notify you by email of any changes.
We are an Investment Advisor Company
We provide breakthrough education, tools, and coaching that can help families transform their financial futures.
We are a multi-generational registered investment advisor company founded in 1991 by Mark Matson. We are committed to supporting the best possible investing experiences and outcomes for investors. Over the last 30 years, we’ve developed and refined a comprehensive methodology for investors: the Matson Method – a highly disciplined approach to asset allocation and long-term wealth creation that integrates leading research in behavioral economics, finance, and the field of human performance.
The numbers
Facts & Figures
as of November, 2024
billion in assets under management
investors representing all 50 US states and Puerto Rico
holdings in 76 countries for true global diversification
independent financial advisors from Alaska to Texas
Frequently Asked Questions
We understand you might have questions about the American Dream Experience. Below, you’ll find answers to some of the most common questions we receive. If you need further assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
What does the virtual experience look like?
The virtual experience takes place over two days. Start time and end time will vary based on your time zone, however, session typically begins at 8am PT/11am ET and wraps each day at 4pm PT/7pm ET.
Event times will be provided in your confirmation email. Attendees can attend anywhere that has internet access, but should be prepared to be on camera and ready to participate, so a quiet place with privacy is ideal. A desktop or laptop is preferred over a cell phone to be able to fully participate.
After registering for the event, you will gain access to the event page which can be used to access our online platform on the day of your American Dream Experience.
What does an in-person experience look like?
Our in-person experience takes place over two days at our state-of-the-art training facility in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Doors open at 7:30am both days and guests are invited to join us for breakfast and a building tour. Main session begins at 9am and wraps each day at 6pm local time.
While visiting us in Scottsdale, be sure to stop by our concierge desk for recommendations to local restaurants and area attractions. After registering for the event, you will be provided with location details, hotel recommendation, and travel logistics.
Does my spouse/significant other have to attend?
We will be exploring many important conversations around money and your financial future that we believe are critical to have as a family and not separately. Because of this, it is essential for spouses/significant others to attend together to get the most out of their experience in order to leave united in their pursuit of the American Dream.
Why do I need an advisor?
Every family participating in the American Dream Experience is required to work with an advisor to get the most out of their experience. Your advisor coach will help powerfully set you up for the event as well as be available to answer any questions that may come up over these two days. They can be a valuable asset for you as you dive into the science of investing and create an investing strategy that aligns with your True Purpose for Money.
I am no longer able to attend the event, can I get a refund?
To initiate an exchange or refund, please contact us directly at Refunds@MatsonMoney.com. You can also view our Terms & Conditions here.
I am a Matson Money investor, how can I get my free ticket for the event?
As a valued Matson Money investor, you’re invited to attend the American Dream Experience at no cost. This is your opportunity to discover potentially life-changing financial strategies, meet our team, and deepen your investment knowledge. To claim your free ticket, simply reach out to your advisor, and they will guide you through the registration process. We look forward to seeing you at this transformative event!
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your financial future?
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