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Former association leads push for merger

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  FRIDAY, 3 FEB 2023
... members and of the wider profession. They cite three primary benefits of merger, being a united voice for policy and advocacy efforts, a more financially resilient association to help foster and grow the advice industry, and greater capacity to raise ...

AFA, FPA plan joint roadshow

CHLOE WALKER  |  WEDNESDAY, 1 FEB 2023
... and Townsville. The day will feature updates from the chief executives of both organisations, the latest on policy and advocacy efforts, a dedicated roadshow exhibition, and a networking lunch and post-event drinks. Technical CPD workshops will also ...

Cbus stalwarts retire, union leader returns

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  WEDNESDAY, 21 DEC 2022
... term on the board in January. Meanwhile, Swan thanked Donnellan and O'Grady for their service, particularly their advocacy for the best interests of Cbus members. "As part of the original 1984 campaign that won superannuation for building workers ...

Vanguard veteran announces retirement

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  THURSDAY, 15 DEC 2022
... Robin Bowerman will retire at the end of the week after almost 20 years with the firm. Bowerman led the retail, strategy, advocacy and corporate affairs functions during his tenure. He played a "central role" in bringing Vanguard's ETFs to Australian ...

FPA, AFA merger talks continue

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  WEDNESDAY, 14 DEC 2022
... stage of the process," he said. "In my discussions with members over the past few months, it is clear that effective advocacy is the number one priority for them." Sharpe said the associations believe the merger will result in more effective advocacy ...

Advising through disability implications

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  THURSDAY, 24 NOV 2022
... rejected because they don't categorise their condition as permanent," he said. "Having said that, that law requires advocacy." Conte explained advocacy is about creating flexibility for the client at any point in time. "When a person receives the ...

Winners are grinners: FPA awards

CHLOE WALKER  |  WEDNESDAY, 23 NOV 2022
... and his understanding of both the tangible and intangible impacts of his advice, impressed the judges. "Further, his advocacy at a grassroots level, including with super funds and lawyers to improve their processes, is to the benefit of his clients and ...

AFA posts $273,135 operational loss

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  TUESDAY, 8 NOV 2022
... includes new initiatives such as podcasts, additional webinars, refreshed marketing, along with a continued emphasis on advocacy, policy settings, and the reintroduction of face-to-face roadshows. On strengthening and diversifying revenue sources, she ...

Colonial First State introduces new platform

CHLOE WALKER  |  THURSDAY, 20 OCT 2022
... they need to successfully attract, develop and retain their people," he said. "Through education, thought leadership, advocacy and strategic partnerships, CFS Elevate hopes to contribute to a stronger advice industry and deliver better outcomes for Australians ...

Female Excellence in Advice Award winner named

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  FRIDAY, 23 SEP 2022
... financial advisers and the work they do with clients, the community and their profession. Baker was selected for her strong advocacy of females in financial advice and her efforts in improving financial literacy in the community with her two podcasts ...