Matt Shores

Risk Advisor

I relocated to Dallas in summer 2025 after spending the past 12 years in Atlanta working in real estate and insurance. I’m excited to put down roots here and bring my experience to a team that truly values doing things the right way. For me, insurance is about much more than policies – it’s about being a trusted advisor and making a meaningful difference in people’s lives by helping them properly protect what matters most. I’m excited to be part of the energy and growth of the DFW Metroplex, working alongside a visionary team that shares my commitment to integrity, service, and making a lasting, positive impact in the lives of our neighbors.

I’m a proud alumnus of Auburn University, graduating in 2009 with a BA in history and a minor in Spanish. Outside of work, I enjoy being outdoors, volunteering with animal rescue organizations, and traveling whenever I get the chance. I’m a huge college sports fan and an aviation enthusiast – I plan to earn my private pilot’s license in the near future.

Q&A

What are your hobbies &/or guilty pleasures? College football and basketball. Travel. Spending time with my family. My sister, brother-in-law, and nephews live here, so it’s great to be near family.

What brings you joy outside of work? Being outdoors. Helping animals whenever I get the chance.

What do others say your strengths are? My organizational skills are top-notch. I live by my Google Calendar and use it to keep my professional and personal life on track. I also have a knack for connecting and empathizing with people. I believe in always following through on what I say.

Any fun facts about you or your family? I am the third of four kids. Believe it or not, I have a 5-year-old half-brother!

What do you love most about working for Patterson & Associates? I like the fact that we have so many fantastic carriers to choose from and are therefore more likely to find a solution that works for our wide variety of clients. My colleagues share my commitment to integrity and improving people’s lives. To me that says everything.