Our Team

With nearly 25 years of experience in the financial services industry, Matt is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER^® professional and Accredited Investment Fiduciary^® (AIF^®), dedicated to providing personalized financial solutions to individuals and families. After spending years at top financial institutions such as Fidelity Investments and Certified Financial Group, Matt founded Benetas Wealth to offer a more tailored, client-focused approach—one that emphasizes independence, candor, and transparency. He believes that the best relationships are built on trust and understanding, and that each client deserves a strategy as unique as their financial goals.

Many financial advisors focus on telling clients what they can't do—what they should cut back on, what trips they can't take, or what luxuries they need to sacrifice. Matt takes a different approach. He embraces the challenge of finding creative, practical solutions that allow clients to achieve their goals without unnecessary compromises. At Benetas Wealth, the philosophy is simple: to offer wisdom and clarity during life’s most important financial moments. The firm’s byline, "Wisdom for Your Wisdom Years," reflects Matt's commitment to helping clients navigate the complexities of wealth management with confidence. Whether it’s planning for retirement, managing investments, or creating a lasting legacy, Matt works closely with clients to craft personalized strategies designed for long-term success, without the pressure of scaling or centralizing services.

Matt and his family have called Central Florida home since 2003, where they currently reside in Longwood. Outside of his work, Matt enjoys traveling with his wife and two daughters, who are both competitive golfers. Together, they cherish annual trips to Pinehurst, NC, where his daughters compete in the World Championships. When not on the golf course, Matt enjoys cooking, reading, and maintaining an active lifestyle.

Laila is an accomplished financial services professional with more than 15 years of experience in business management and retirement plan operations. Known for her proactive leadership and operational expertise, she has played a central role in aligning financial, compliance, and client service functions to support organizational growth.

For nearly nine years, Laila served as Business Manager for a financial firm in Winter Park, where she oversaw operations, compliance, technology, and client experience—streamlining processes and ensuring seamless business performance. She later transitioned to the recordkeeping side of the industry, spending six years ensuring the accuracy and regulatory integrity of employer-sponsored retirement plans, including 401(k), 403(b), and profit-sharing plans.

Her broad experience across both advisory and recordkeeping environments allows her to bridge business efficiency with fiduciary precision—supporting both firm excellence and client success.

In addition to her financial background, Laila holds a Certified Building Contractor’s license and a Real Estate Sales Associate license. Outside of work, she enjoys good food, dancing, and spending time with her two sons, two granddaughters, and close friends.

Matt Reynolds is a full-time member of the Benetas Wealth team, where he supports the firm’s planning and client service efforts with a focus on responsiveness, clarity, and follow-through. He recently earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration through the Integrated Business program at the University of Central Florida and is committed to building a long-term career in financial planning and wealth management.

During his time at UCF, Matt demonstrated strong leadership and organizational skills as Treasurer and Head of Alumni Relations for Sigma Chi fraternity, where he was responsible for managing a six-figure budget and coordinating communication with alumni stakeholders. These experiences helped develop his attention to detail, accountability, and comfort working within structured processes.

Prior to joining Benetas Wealth full time, Matt gained professional experience as a Financial Reporting Intern at BNY Mellon, where he was exposed to institutional financial operations and reporting standards. He also worked as a personal trainer at LA Fitness, a role that strengthened his client service skills and reinforced the importance of clear communication, consistency, and trust-based relationships.

 Matt has also been actively involved with Campus Crusade for Christ, reflecting his commitment to character, service, and community involvement.

 At Benetas Wealth, Matt is continuing to develop his technical knowledge and practical experience while contributing to the firm’s client-first culture. He is particularly interested in long-term planning, advisor support, and the behind-the-scenes work that allows clients to feel informed, supported, and confident throughout the planning process.

McKenna is a Social Media & Communications Intern at Benetas Wealth, supporting the execution and distribution of the firm’s social content and Benetas Briefing communications.

She is a freshman at the University of South Alabama, majoring in psychology, and competes on the university’s Division I women’s golf team.

Born and raised in Central Florida, she balances her academic and athletic commitments with part-time work at the firm, where she is learning the discipline and systems behind clear, consistent financial communication.

She is the daughter of Benetas Wealth founder Matt Murphy.