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Thank you to everyone who joined us for the FAAA Roadshow! We look forward to being back on the road in 2026.
Our full-day event, one of the FAAA’s signature gatherings, offers an excellent chance for professional growth and networking with colleagues. Don’t miss out on a full day of specifically curated content as we discover The Growth Evolution—an engaging program designed by advisers, for advisers. Enhance your skills, strengthen your team, connect with peers and engage with our Roadshow supporters while earning up to 5 CPD hours – view the program!
Hear from 2024 attendees below on why you should attend…
Our 2025 Roadshow program offered a full-day event filled with professional growth and networking with colleagues. Thank you to delegates that joined us in Geelong, Melbourne, Port Macquarie, Sydney, Canberra, Hobart, Brisbane, Cairns, Perth and Adelaide.
We look forward to coming together again for FAAA Congress in Perth from the 18-20 November – learn more.
Pricing
FAAA members – $175
A discount of 10% applies to bookings of two or more^
Non-members – $295
^Group booking discount only accessible for FAAA members, non-members will be contacted with membership information
Take advantage of our Roadshow early bird pricing today and why not bring your team and save even further with our exclusive practitioner bulk Roadshow ticket discount offer. Buy 2 or more tickets together and save an additional 10% off each early bird ticket. This offer can be used to purchase tickets for any class of membership, as well as non-member tickets so you can bring the whole team.
Agenda - Metro Locations
Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth & Sydney
| 7:30am-8:30am | CFP Professional Connect Breakfast - paid event, click here to register |
| 8:30am-8:55am | Registration - arrival tea & coffee in exhibition |
| 8:55am-9:10am | Welcome & FAAA Board update |
| 9:10am-9:40am | FAAA CEO Update from Sarah Abood |
| 9:40am-10:10am | Showcasing Best Practice - hear from one of our 2024 Award Winners |
| 10:10am-10:40am | Policy & Advocacy Update |
| 10:40am-11:10am | Morning tea in exhibition |
| 11:10am-12:10pm | Regulatory & Effective Compliance Panel Discussion |
| 12:10pm-12:55pm | The Power of Collaboration to Grow the Advice Profession |
| 12:55pm-1:40pm | Lunch in exhibition |
| 1:40pm-2:25pm | Business efficiency through process – i.e. Time vampires and profit killers |
| 2:25pm-3:25pm | Protecting the Vulnerable: Tackling Financial Abuse with Ethics and Action |
| 3:25pm-3:30pm | Wrap up & close of day |
| 3:30pm-4:30pm | Networking and refreshments in exhibition |
Agenda - Regional Locations
Cairns, Canberra, Geelong, Hobart & Port Macquarie
| 8:30am-9:30am | CFP Professional Connect Breakfast - paid event, click here to register |
| 9:30am-9:55am | Registration - arrival tea & coffee |
| 9:55am-10:10am | Welcome & FAAA Board update |
| 10:10am-10:40am | FAAA CEO Update from Sarah Abood |
| 10:40am-11:10am | Showcasing Best Practice - hear from one of our 2024 Award Winners |
| 11:10am-11:40am | Policy & Advocacy Update |
| 11:40am-11:55am | Morning tea |
| 11:55am-12:55pm | Regulatory & Effective Compliance Panel Discussion |
| 12:55pm-1:40pm | The Power of Collaboration to Grow the Advice Profession |
| 1:40pm-2:10pm | Lunch |
| 2:10pm-2:55pm | Business efficiency through process – i.e. Time vampires and profit killers |
| 2:55pm-3:55pm | Protecting the Vulnerable: Tackling Financial Abuse with Ethics and Action |
| 3:55pm-4:00pm | Wrap up & close of day |
| 4:00pm-4:30pm | Networking and refreshments |
Programs are subject to change
Speaker Zone
Sarah Abood
Chief Executive Officer
Financial Advice Association Australia
All locations
Bio
Sarah has over 25 years’ experience working in the financial services industry and she is a passionate advocate for financial planning. Sarah has a deep understanding of the financial planning profession, and the demands of running a financial planning practice. This was gained from her nine years as CEO of Profile Financial Services, a privately-owned and self-licensed financial planning firm and FAAA Professional Practice.
Prior to commencing as FAAA CEO, Sarah held the position of chief operating officer at HOPE Housing Funds Management. She has also worked in senior change and transformation, and marketing roles for some of Australia’s leading financial institutions. Sarah holds a BA from the University of Sydney, an MBA from Macquarie University (MGSM) and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Session: FAAA CEO Update
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Phil Anderson
GM Policy, Advocacy & Standards
Financial Advice Association Australia
All locations
Bio
Phil Anderson is the General Manager Policy, Advocacy & Standards of the Financial Advice Association Australia (FAAA). Phil had spent over 10 years at the Association of Financial Advisers (AFA), including most recently as CEO before the successful vote to merge with the Financial Planning Association (FPA).
He has previously worked for Netwealth as General Manager Governance and Advice, and Colonial First State, where he was the Head of Risk Management & Compliance for the CFS Advice business. Phil has been in the financial services industry for over 25 years, having also worked with AMP, MLC and Perpetual.
Phil has been responsible for policy, including the Quality of Advice Review, and the implementation of the requirements of the Professional Standards legislation and the Royal Commission Recommendations. Phil has previously been integrally involved in the FoFA, TASA, Education/Professional Standards and the Life Insurance Framework debates including driving the development of submissions to FASEA, Treasury, ASIC, the Tax Practitioners Board and Parliamentary Committees. Phil is a CPA and has a Bachelor and Masters of Commerce along with the DFP and ADFP.
Session: Policy and Advocacy Update
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Session: Regulatory & Effective Compliance Panel Discussion
What’s on your regulatory radar for 2025?
Synopsis
Our panel will be discussing key regulatory issues for 2025 that licensees and advisers should have on their radar. Find out how upcoming AML/CTF changes will impact your business, and hear about the benefits and pitfalls of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist with your record keeping. Our panel will also provide expert insights into the Financial Services and Credit Panel, including the Panel’s recent decision regarding inappropriate use of ROAs.
Facilitator
Sarah Abood
Panelist 1: Paul Derham (Melbourne, Port Macquarie, Canberra); Samantha Hills (Geelong, Sydney, Brisbane, Cairns, Hobart); Katherine Temple (Perth, Adelaide)
Panelist 2: Phil Anderson, FAAA General Manager Policy and Advocacy
David Andrew
Founder
Capital Partners
Perth, Adelaide
Bio
David founded Capital Partners on 1 July 1999 with a mission to change the way Australians deal with money and wealth. He had seen that people wanted authentic, objective financial advice – lifelong advice – from a professional they could trust, not the standard transactional, commission-led ‘advice’ that was the norm in Australia. And so Capital Partners and our fee-based, client-first ethos was born.
Under David’s stewardship, Capital Partners was named Best Professional Practice in Australia by the Financial Advice Association of Australia in 2017, 2019 and 2024; the only firm to have received this award more than once. He is the author of Wealth With Purpose, and is also the co-host of The Purposeful Investor podcast.
David’s passion for the difference we make is as strong as ever. As the Deputy Chair of the Global Association of Independent Advisors, he loves it when clients take him to one side and say, ‘you guys have changed our lives.’ These enduring relationships, like his relationships with his family and his extended Capital Partners family, mean everything to David.
Session: Showcasing Best Practice
Leveraging Your Team’s Experience to Maximize Your Client Experience
Synopsis
Discover how enhancing your team’s experience can lead to exceptional client service and a sustainable competitive edge. This session will explore strategies for developing succession plans, nurturing talent within your team, retaining and growing staff, and prioritizing their well-being. Learn how a happy and healthy team can support and service happy and healthy clients, ultimately driving business growth and profitability.
Learning Outcomes
Attendees will learn about building a happy healthy advice team, and quality of your people.
Why the primary focus is to your team first, a whole of team approach, in the service of others, our team first then our clients.
How we take away the fear out of making a mistake and operate a learning tool called an ‘experience transformer pathway’, to ensure effective courageous behaviour, healthy relationships and doing the right thing. Why mistakes occur due to poor business processes and why we favour leadership at all levels and are relentless in pursuit of improvement. Empowering your team and getting out of the way of their decision rights.
Sophie Atkinson CFP®
Founder & Financial Planner
Visualise Wealth
All locations
Bio
Sophie Atkinson is the founder of Visualise Wealth and a highly experienced Financial Planner with 25 years in the industry. Sophie is a CFP®, TEP®, a Certified Divorce Coach and is collaboratively trained in both Family and Wills & Estates Law.
Over recent years, Sophie has been working closely with Lawyers, Barristers Accountants and Therapists to build and successfully launch the Collaborative Professionals (NSW) Wills and Estates Practice Group and is also part of the Australian Association of Collaborative Professionals Working Group to establish Best Practice Guidelines for Financial Professionals.
Known for her relatable style, Sophie’s passion lies in working alongside clients, other professionals and families to create clear, confident paths towards their goals.
Sophie will be sharing with us the benefits and opportunities of working collaboratively with a professional adviser team; how you can achieve better outcomes for clients, especially those with complex needs and ultimately grow your practice.
Session: The Power of Collaboration to Grow the Advice Profession
Sophie will be sharing with us the benefits and opportunities for advisers working collaboratively with clients and their professional allies to achieve better outcomes for clients and practice growth.
Learning Outcomes
- How to solve complex advice situations by working collaboratively with clients and other professionals
- What is collaborative advice and how to implement it into your advice practice
- How to work collaboratively with other professionals to get the best outcome for your clients
John Cachia
Founder & Financial Adviser
Thriving Wealth
Melbourne, Port Macquarie, Canberra
Bio
John Cachia is the Founder of Thriving Wealth and the 2024 FAAA Adviser of the Year, renowned for leading a multi-award-winning, behavioural-focused, goal-based holistic financial advice practice. Since 2009, John has grown Thriving Wealth into a nationally recognised firm that empowers Australian families to align their finances with their values and live fulfilling lives.
Thriving Wealth’s unique approach combines behavioural insights with a deep understanding of client goals, focusing on financial strategies that support long-term fulfilment, well-being, and clarity. The practice thrives on teamwork, innovation, and a commitment to delivering quality advice that transforms lives.
A passionate leader and financial adviser, John is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of financial advisers, fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence, and growth. As a proud father of three, he leads by example, demonstrating how balance, resilience, and purpose can drive both professional success and personal fulfilment.
Session: Showcasing Best Practice
Thriving Beyond One Person: Building a Legacy Through Leadership and Teamwork
Synopsis
Discover how the FAAA Adviser of the Year scaled from a sole adviser to a thriving team while achieving significant growth and profitability. This session shares practical strategies for empowering your team, building lasting client relationships, and creating a scalable financial planning practice with actionable takeaways you can implement immediately.
Learning Outcomes
Attendees will hear from Advice leaders of best practices who will share their advice team successes for delivering exceptional advice outcome to clients.
You will learn:
- How to transform your advice business and provide effective leadership.
- What does empowering your team to do more look like in terms of expertise and dedication.
- How to hire for alignment of values and team dynamics – why values are key before skills.
- Why and how to think about your business ownership – empower staff to become the co-owners in your business and pave the way for long-term sustainability, loyalty and accountability
- How to shift to high value leadership, which focuses on mentoring, shaping business strategy, driving innovation and living a more fulfilled life.
Greg Cunningham CFP®
Educator and Financial Planning Professional
Cunningham Financial Services
All locations
Bio
An experienced educator and leader with over 20 years of experience, blending academic expertise with practical business acumen. I am passionate about fostering student-centric learning environments and bring a deep understanding of education best practices, coupled with hands-on expertise in financial planning and general management. I have a strong background in academic governance, actively contributing to Academic Boards and key governance committees. My expertise includes overseeing academic policy development, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving strategic decision making. With a proven track record in curriculum design, accreditation processes, and quality assurance, I am dedicated to elevating academic standards and enhancing student outcomes.
Session: Protecting the Vulnerable: Tackling Financial Abuse with Ethics and Action
Synopsis
Financial abuse is a pervasive issue that disproportionately affects society’s most vulnerable groups, including the elderly, women, individuals with disabilities, and those from diverse cultural backgrounds.
This session delves into how financial advisers, as trusted professionals, can play a critical role in identifying and addressing financial abuse. You’ll gain practical insights on recognising subtle signs of abuse, fostering transparent and empathetic communication, and implementing proactive strategies to protect clients from exploitation.
Greg, as a self-licensed financial adviser, undertaking his PhD in financial planning, will draw upon his research in financial abuse, combined with valuable insights gathered through extensive discussions with advisers across the country, to provide a unique and informed perspective.
Together, we will explore the vital role of financial advisers as protectors and advocates, focusing on actionable approaches to fulfill ethical obligations, meet regulatory requirements, and safeguard clients’ financial autonomy and well-being.
Paul Derham
Managing Partner
Holley Nethercote
Melbourne, Port Macquarie, Canberra
Bio
Paul Derham is the Managing Partner at Holley Nethercote. He helps participants in the financial services industry to meet their legal and compliance obligations. Paul regularly assists businesses acquire their Australian financial services licences (AFSLs), and build robust governance systems to help them stay out of court, and out of the hands of regulators. He works closely with global payments, crypto, derivatives, FX and advisory groups, as well as fintech startups. He’s involved in regulatory reform work in Australia and on a global scale, consulting in person to International Standards-Setting bodies including the Financial Stability Board. He also sits on compliance committees for a large number of AFSL holders.
Regulatory & Effective Compliance Panel Discussion
What’s on your regulatory radar for 2025?
Synopsis
Our panel will be discussing key regulatory issues for 2025 that licensees and advisers should have on their radar. Find out how upcoming AML/CTF changes will impact your business, and hear about the benefits and pitfalls of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist with your record keeping. Our panel will also provide expert insights into the Financial Services and Credit Panel, including the Panel’s recent decision regarding inappropriate use of ROAs.
Facilitator
Sarah Abood
Panelist 1: Paul Derham (Melbourne, Port Macquarie, Canberra); Samantha Hills (Geelong, Sydney, Brisbane, Cairns, Hobart); Katherine Temple (Perth, Adelaide)
Panelist 2: Phil Anderson, FAAA General Manager Policy and Advocacy
Catherine Fitzpatrick
Founder and Director
Flequity Ventures
Geelong, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide
Bio
Catherine Fitzpatrick is a social entrepreneur on a mission to disrupt financial abuse and gender bias through smarter product and service design.
Nearly 30 years ago, Catherine met a woman whose tragic story shaped her career. Since then, she’s led industry-wide reforms, advised governments on financial abuse policy and pioneered the financial safety by design framework – helping leading brands protect customers, manage risk and strengthen trust.
Catherine is Adjunct Associate Professor, UNSW School of Social Sciences, and holds advisory roles with the Commonwealth and NSW governments and the World Bank’s International Finance Corporation. She’s co-founder of the One Generation business alliance against domestic and family violence, launched with former Australian of the Year Rosie Batty AO in 2024.
Session: Protecting the Vunerable: Tackling Financial Abuse with Ethics and Action
Synopsis
Financial abuse is a pervasive issue that disproportionately affects society’s most vulnerable groups, including the elderly, women, individuals with disabilities, and those from diverse cultural backgrounds.
This session delves into how financial advisers, as trusted professionals, can play a critical role in identifying and addressing financial abuse. You’ll gain practical insights on recognising subtle signs of abuse, fostering transparent and empathetic communication, and implementing proactive strategies to protect clients from exploitation.
When money is a weapon: what advisers need to know about financial abuse
Financial abuse is a hidden risk that financial advisers encounter more often than they realise. In this keynote, former bank executive turned social entrepreneur Catherine Fitzpatrick unpacks the warning signs, explores how financial products can be weaponised, and equips advisers with practical steps to protect clients while strengthening trust and risk management.
Samantha Hills
Partner
Holley Nethercote
Geelong, Sydney, Hobart, Brisbane, Cairns
Bio
Sam provides legal support, licence application assistance and training to a wide range of financial services licensees. She has a particular interest in financial advice and insurance (both general and life insurance) – industries where she sees great capacity for positive human impact. She has considerable input into Holley Nethercote’s compliance templates and its monthly regulatory update, T-REX. Sam has been with Holley Nethercote for over 20 years, including the past few years as Partner.
Regulatory & Effective Compliance Panel Discussion
What’s on your regulatory radar for 2025?
Synopsis
Our panel will be discussing key regulatory issues for 2025 that licensees and advisers should have on their radar. Find out how upcoming AML/CTF changes will impact your business, and hear about the benefits and pitfalls of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist with your record keeping. Our panel will also provide expert insights into the Financial Services and Credit Panel, including the Panel’s recent decision regarding inappropriate use of ROAs.
Facilitator
Sarah Abood
Panelist 1: Paul Derham (Melbourne, Port Macquarie, Canberra); Samantha Hills (Geelong, Sydney, Brisbane, Cairns, Hobart); Katherine Temple (Perth, Adelaide)
Panelist 2: Phil Anderson, FAAA General Manager Policy and Advocacy
Deline Jacovides CFP®
Director & Financial Planner
Mazi Wealth
Brisbane, Cairns
Bio
Deline is a Certified Financial Planner and the director of Mazi Wealth, a boutique financial advice firm based in Brisbane. With over 12 years’ experience as a financial adviser, Deline services professional families and single women and is passionate about providing personalised and strategic advice that empowers clients to align their financial goals with their life values.
In addition to running her business, Deline is a fierce advocate for closing the superannuation gender gap and improving financial literacy among women. Her advocacy work includes political engagement, such as participating in roundtable discussions with policymakers on issues like universal access to early childhood education and care. She also serves as the Treasurer for Women in Super QLD, contributing to the organisation’s efforts to enhance women’s financial security.
With her unwavering commitment to excellence, professional development, and community impact, Deline strives to inspire more women to both seek and provide financial advice.
Session: Showcasing Best Practice
Waitlists and Work Life Balance: A journey to scaling with purpose
Synopsis
Join Deline Jacovides as she shares the evolution and entrepreneurial journey of Mazi Wealth. Learn how she leverages technology, social media and her values to empower clients and scales sustainably. Discover her strategies for managing her wait list, connecting with clients through social media and to become a trust source of advice for high-income families and single women.
Danae Lacey
Senior Director of Client Services
Public Trustee and Guardian for the ACT
Port Macquarie, Sydney, Canberra, Hobart, Cairns
Bio
Danae is the Senior Director of Client Services for the Public Trustee and Guardian for the Australian Capital Territory.
Her passion and purpose is to deliver the Public Trustee and Guardian’s services to clients to promote and support their rights, interests, and life decisions, and to deliver excellent trustee outcomes for the ACT Community.
Prior to joining the Public Trustee and Guardian, Danae worked as a Certified Financial Planner across a number of advisory firms. She also holds a Master of Financial Services.
Session: Protecting the Vunerable: Tackling Financial Abuse with Ethics and Action
Synopsis
Financial abuse is a pervasive issue that disproportionately affects society’s most vulnerable groups, including the elderly, women, individuals with disabilities, and those from diverse cultural backgrounds.
This session delves into how financial advisers, as trusted professionals, can play a critical role in identifying and addressing financial abuse. You’ll gain practical insights on recognising subtle signs of abuse, fostering transparent and empathetic communication, and implementing proactive strategies to protect clients from exploitation.
The impact of the PJC on Corporations and Financial Services – Real Cases and your Obligations
Following the release in December 2024 of the report from the inquiry into the Financial Services Regulatory Framework in Relation to Financial Abuse, the Committee made extensive recommendations for reform to child support collection, the tax system, lending laws, social security, insurance and superannuation that, if enacted, would close loopholes in our laws and policies that are exploited by perpetrators of financial abuse.
Financial abuse is a common theme which ACT Public Trustee and Guardian experience with clients. Danae, a former financial planner and now senior director client services with ACT Public Trustee and Guardian , will walk us through cases of financial abuse to better equip advisers to identify financial abuse more readily and how to respond to it.
Mark Lewin
Founder
Back Office Hero
All locations excl. Cairns
Bio
Mark Lewin began his financial planning career in 1995 with Adviser Investment Services, an ING licensee. In 2000, Mark co-founded Avenue Capital Management with a group of planners. As one of five directors, he was responsible for managing the licensee’s research relationships and serving on the Compliance Committee, all while running his own successful planning practice. In 2012, Avenue Capital Management was acquired by Lonsdale Financial Group, part of the IOOF Group. Five years later, in 2017, Mark joined Fitzpatricks Private Wealth, further refining his expertise in the financial planning industry.
In 2018, while still actively involved in planning, Mark founded Back Office Hero. His goal was to assist other planners in streamlining their back-office operations to tackle compliance challenges and improve small business efficiency. In 2020, Mark sold his planning business to focus entirely on Back Office Hero, dedicating himself to helping financial planners build scalable, efficient systems that empower them to thrive.
Session: Business efficiency through process – i.e. Time vampires and profit killers
Synopsis
Discover how clear procedures, your current technology, and smart outsourcing can streamline your operations, so you and your team have more time to focus on what truly matters most – engaging with your clients.
Learning Outcomes
Attendees will learn why their advice practice success is linked to the amount of time you spend in front of clients
What parameters you need in your advice practice to ensure you have ideal clients
How to improve your efficiency in your advice practice by streamlining your operations and administration system, accounts, quality control procedures.
What are the business procedures that you need including the importance of your own advice business information memorandum.
Chris Morris
Director
Back Office Hero
Cairns
Bio
Chris has worked with Financial Planners for over 18 years and brings a wealth of experience suited towards assisting practices in optimizing their back-office efficiencies. His years with licensees have given Chris a diverse set of skills and knowledge, including data analytics and the creation of dashboards designed to enable data-driven decision-making. He possesses extensive knowledge of financial planning software systems and a proven track record of implementing new technologies.
Chris is passionate about the financial planning industry and is dedicated to improving back-office efficiencies for practice owners and staff.
Session: Business efficiency through process – i.e. Time vampires and profit killers
Synopsis
Discover how clear procedures, your current technology, and smart outsourcing can streamline your operations, so you and your team have more time to focus on what truly matters most – engaging with your clients.
Learning Outcomes
Attendees will learn why their advice practice success is linked to the amount of time you spend in front of clients
What parameters you need in your advice practice to ensure you have ideal clients
How to improve your efficiency in your advice practice by streamlining your operations and administration system, accounts, quality control procedures.
What are the business procedures that you need including the importance of your own advice business information memorandum.
Bianca Musico CFP®
Principal and Senior Adviser
WARR HUNT
Geelong, Sydney, Hobart
Bio
Bianca is a Principal and Senior Adviser at WARR HUNT in Melbourne. Bianca joined the firm in 2013 and holds the leadership responsibility of Head of Advice. In recognition of her commitment to helping her clients live their ideal lives for over 10 years, Bianca became a Principal of the firm in 2024. She is passionate about developing the next generation of adviser and ensuring as many people as possible get access to sound financial advice.
Session: Showcasing Best Practice
The Growth Mindset: Unlocking Your Personal and Professional Potential
Synopsis
Discover how embracing a growth mindset can ignite transformation in both your personal and professional life. Join Bianca Musico as she shares her journey, exploring the critical roles of balance, adaptability, and trust in fostering meaningful progress for advisers, practice leaders, their teams, and the broader financial advice profession.
David Sharpe CFP®
Chair
Financial Advice Association Australia
Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Geelong, Port Macquarie, Cairns
Bio
David is Chair of the FAAA Board and has been a financial planner and FAAA member since 2003. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, has completed a Diploma in Financial Planning and holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Distinction) from Curtin University. David runs his own self-licensed financial planning firm, Globe Financial Planning, based in West Perth. In 2016 he was shortlisted for the FAAA CFP® Professional of the Year Award.
Prior to being elected onto the board David spent four years on the WA FAAA Chapter, including two years as Chapter Chair. David can often be found in various media roles (TV, radio and print) advocating strongly for the value of advice.
David chairs the Governance and Remuneration Committee, and is a member of the Board Finance, Risk and Audit Committee.
Session: FAAA Board Update
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Katherine Temple
Senior Associate
Holley Nethercote
Perth, Adelaide
Bio
Since her admission to practice in 2011, Katherine has worked in private practice and at the Australian Securities and Investments Commission. Katherine was also the Director of Policy and Campaigns for a consumer advocacy organisation, leading a team of legal and policy experts who contributed to significant reforms in credit and financial services law in recent years.
Katherine has regularly appeared in the media to discuss consumer law and finance issues, including interviews with the Australian Financial Review, 7.30 Report and A Current Affair. Katherine has been a member of various panels and forums, including ASIC’s Consumer Advisory Panel and the RBA’s Payments Consultation Group.
Her experience is primarily in the practice of consumer credit, competition and consumer, and financial services laws. Katherine provides advice to credit and financial services licensees about complying with their regulatory obligations and engaging fairly with consumers. Katherine also regularly provides advice to startups about whether a credit or financial services licence is required for their business, and potential regulatory risks.
Session: Regulatory & Effective Compliance Panel Discussion
What’s on your regulatory radar for 2025?
Synopsis
Our panel will be discussing key regulatory issues for 2025 that licensees and advisers should have on their radar. Find out how upcoming AML/CTF changes will impact your business, and hear about the benefits and pitfalls of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist with your record keeping. Our panel will also provide expert insights into the Financial Services and Credit Panel, including the Panel’s recent decision regarding inappropriate use of ROAs.
Facilitator
Sarah Abood
Panelist 1: Paul Derham (Melbourne, Port Macquarie, Canberra); Samantha Hills (Geelong, Sydney, Brisbane, Cairns, Hobart); Katherine Temple (Perth, Adelaide)
Panelist 2: Phil Anderson, FAAA General Manager Policy and Advocacy
Michelle Veitch
Deputy Chair
Financial Advice Association Australia
Adelaide, Canberra, Hobart
Bio
Michelle has over 25 years financial services experience as a Senior Financial Adviser and is the founding principal and Managing Director of her South Australian based practice, Mybluesky. At the AFA she was the Vice President and served the AFA community in various leadership roles for over 10 years including State Chair and South Australian Director.
Michelle is a Fellow Chartered Financial Practitioner (FChFP), Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (MAICD) and Certified NLP Practitioner (Bus. Comms). Michelle is a member of the Board Finance, Risk and Audit Committee of the FAAA.
Session: FAAA Board Update
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