Upcoming webinar

Being Self Licensed: Is it right for you?

Tuesday 21 April 2026

12:00pm – 1:00pm AEST

Up to1 CPD hour available 

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Session Overview

Thinking about self-licensing or choosing the right licensee? Join our industry experts as they share real-world insights, regulatory essentials, and strategic considerations for advisers exploring their licensing options. From ASIC requirements and risk management to commercial realities and ethical freedom, this session will help you weigh the benefits and challenges of going it alone versus joining a licensee. Model-agnostic and practitioner-focused – make the call that works for you.

Meet your speakers

Alistair Hemming

Founder, Zaju & Co

Alistair, the founder of Zaju & Company, established the firm in 2018. With over two decades of experience in the planning industry, he brings a wealth of expertise to both our team and our clients. Alistair holds qualifications in Business, Financial Planning, and Finance and Mortgage Broking Management. He has acted as a responsible manager, passed the financial adviser exam, and met all bridging course requirements. As a member of the Financial Advice Association of Australia, Alistair ensures that Zaju & Company adheres to the highest industry standards. His leadership and innovative approach are key drivers of ours and our client’s ongoing success.

Sheila Guttierez-Cabacungan CFP®

Principal Financial Planner, Wealth Forum

Sheila is the Principal Financial Planner and owner of Wealth Forum, a small self-licensed practice in Sydney’s West. She is the Chair of the new Sydney Metro Community as well as having been a member of the Sydney Chapter since 2010, a Western Sydney Ambassador and a Women in Financial Planning Champion. Sheila is passionate about financial literacy and engaging with students and academics to advocate for careers in financial advice. In addition to being a CERTIFED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, Sheila is also a SMSF Specialist Adviser® and holds a Bachelor of Economics.