Ensombl Advice Australia

Earn 0.75 CPD here: https://quiz.ensombl.com/ENSO-26032602-23060001 0.25 Technical Competence 0.25 Regulatory Compliance and Consumer Protection 0.25 Client Care and Practice This week, Pat is joined by Mark Zaglas, CEO and Director at Encore Advisory Group. They explore how leadership, operating models, and AI-driven technology are reshaping advice firms through the “Big Six” trends for 2026, covering the rise of the COTO role, rebuilding sales engines, adviser mobility, evolving value propositions, emerging conflicts of interest, and the execution gap between knowing and doing. Mark Zaglas LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-zaglas/ Encore Advisory Website: https://www.encoreadvisorygroup.com.au/ Between Meetings with Matt Heine – Discover a podcast for wealth professionals: https://ensombl.com/go/20260327 General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Earn 1.0 CPD here: https://quiz.ensombl.com/ENSO-26032223-39010001 0.25 Technical Competence 0.25 Client Care and Practice 0.25 Regulatory Compliance & Consumer Protection 0.25 Professionalism and Ethics In this episode, Rocksy is joined by Matt Lawler, CEO of Akumin. They discuss his journey from growing up around advice to leading Akumin’s spin-out from AMP, industry reforms, growth and efficiency (including AI), adviser capacity and talent shortages, licensee myths, and Akumin’s shift toward adviser-owned, nationally scaled, “freedom within a framework” advice businesses. Matt Lawler LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-lawler/ Akumin Website: https://akumin.com.au/ Explore the road less travelled at https://ensombl.com/go/20260324 General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Earn 0.75 CPD here: https://quiz.ensombl.com/ENSO-26032000-04430001 0.25 Client Care & Practice 0.25 Technical Competence 0.25 Regulatory Compliance and Consumer Protection This week, Ben is joined by Mitch Ramsbotham, Head of Growth and Strategy at Coastal Advisory Australia. They discuss how Coastal Advisory Australia has built a fast‑growing, multi‑disciplinary financial advice business with a dedicated, methodical life insurance (risk) capability at its core, using specialisation, internal referral systems, technology and acquisitions to drive scalable growth and intergenerational client relationships. Mitch Ramsbotham LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchell-ramsbotham-04122812/ Coastal Advisory Australia Website: https://coastaladvisory.com.au/ Visit The Adviser Portal and partner with Zurich and OnePath today: https://ensombl.com/go/20260323 General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Earn 0.50 CPD here: https://quiz.ensombl.com/ENSO-26031722-58400001 0.25 Technical Competence 0.25 Client Care and Practice Jesse is the Retirement Engagement Leader and Senior Product Owner at Aware Super. He and James discuss the key insights from Aware Super’s retirement study, exploring why many Australians struggle to look forward to and plan for retirement, how uncertainty and life events shape decisions (including early retirement), and the crucial roles of safety, security, and shifting financial priorities in helping people retire with confidence. Jesse Oey LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesseoey/ Aware Super Website: https://aware.com.au/ Ensombl Progress is a professional development membership for advisers who want momentum and implementation - not just ideas - with protected time and peer accountability to turn key initiatives into visible progress. Learn more at https://ensombl.com/membership/ General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Earn 1.0 CPD here: https://quiz.ensombl.com/ENSO-26031600-00560001 0.50 Client Care & Practice 0.25 Technical Competence 0.25 Professionalism and Ethics In this episode, Rocksy speaks with Ryan Watson, CEO and founder of Tribeca Financial. They discuss his personal journey into advice and the building of Tribeca Financial, its client-centric philosophy, “tribe” culture, four-day workweek, diamond team structure, growth ambitions to 5,000 client families, and employee ownership model as a pathway for talented advisers and staff. Ryan Watson LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/r-watson/ Tribeca Financial Website: https://www.tribecafinancial.com.au/ Ensombl Progress is a professional development membership for advisers who want momentum and implementation - not just ideas - with protected time and peer accountability to turn key initiatives into visible progress. Learn more at https://ensombl.com/membership/ General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Earn 0.75 CPD here: https://quiz.ensombl.com/ENSO-26031304-04190001 0.25 Client Care & Practice 0.25 Technical Competence 0.25 Regulatory Compliance and Consumer Protection In this episode, Ben speaks with Jake Reus, CEO and Head of Financial Advice at Bob Reus & Co. They discuss how a multi-service financial advice firm can embed life insurance into holistic client relationships, using structured philosophies, motivational conversations (CAMS), team training, and process design to improve client protection, business performance, and adviser capability. Jake Reus LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakereus/ Bob Reus & Co Website: https://reus.com.au/ CAMS: https://ensombl.com/app/uploads/2026/03/CAMS_AAA_Branded_Deck.pptx Reus Insurance Philosophy: https://ensombl.com/app/uploads/2026/03/reus-Insurance-Philosophy.docx Visit The Adviser Portal and partner with Zurich and OnePath today: https://ensombl.com/go/20260316 General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Earn 0.75 CPD here: https://quiz.ensombl.com/ENSO-26031202-02180001 0.25 Technical Competence 0.25 Regulatory Compliance and Consumer Protection 0.25 Client Care and Practice In this episode, Pat speaks with Eloise Somerford and Julia Vojkovic from 3Lines. They explore how 3Lines Group’s AI-driven compliance tools -particularly their “Regi” suite (chat, reviews, and vets) - are evolving to help AFSL licensees centralise compliance, enhance advice reviews and pre-vetting, and integrate AI into workflows without replacing human judgment. Eloise Somerford LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eloise-somerford-467aab47/ Julia Vojkovic LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-vojkovic-708563114/ 3Lines Website: https://www.3lines.com.au/ Founder Wins and Losses Article: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/founder-wins-losses-building-regireviews-one-week-time-julia-vojkovic-8gxxc/ Between Meetings with Matt Heine – Discover a podcast for wealth professionals: https://ensombl.com/go/20260313 General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Earn 1.0 CPD here: https://quiz.ensombl.com/ENSO-26030823-50550001 0.25 Client Care & Practice 0.25 Technical Competence 0.25 Professionalism and Ethics 0.25 Regulatory Compliance and Consumer Protection This week, Rocksy is joined by Alex McMillan, Managing Director at Seedli. They discuss the origins and philosophy of his firm, its focus on young wealth accumulators, tech stack and corporate growth strategy, and how he builds culture, processes, and client value in a modern advice practice. Alex McMillan LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-mcmillan-seedli/ Seedli Website: https://seedli.com.au/ Flux Website: https://www.flux.finance/ Ensombl Progress is a professional development membership for advisers who want momentum and implementation - not just ideas - with protected time and peer accountability to turn key initiatives into visible progress. Learn more at https://ensombl.com/membership/ General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Earn 0.75 CPD here: https://quiz.ensombl.com/ENSO-26030523-03540001 0.25 Client Care & Practice 0.25 Technical Competence 0.25 Regulatory Compliance and Consumer Protection In this episode, Ben talks with Aaron Zol, Head of Business and Insurance Advice Growth at Entireti. They discuss his fifteen year journey across major institutions and licensees and his new role building Entireti Life’s insurance capability to lift adviser capacity, simplify processes, partner with insurers and claims specialists, and meaningfully increase life insurance coverage for Australians. Aaron Zol LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-zol-b8a56670/ Entireti Website: https://entireti.com.au/ Integrity Resolutions Website: https://integrityresolutions.com.au/ Visit The Adviser Portal and partner with Zurich and OnePath today: https://ensombl.com/go/20260309 General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Earn 0.75 CPD here: https://quiz.ensombl.com/ENSO-26030401-16280001 0.25 Technical Competence 0.25 Client Care and Practice 0.25 Professionalism and Ethics Izzy is the co-founder of Henry Advisory, a newly launched advice firm focused on “High Earners, Not Rich Yet” (HENRYs). He and James discuss why he left a high-performing career advising ultra-high-net-worth clients to build a business serving ambitious professionals, the psychology of feeling “rich”, and his mission to provide values-driven, lifestyle-focused advice in a market crowded by property spruikers and sales-driven models. Izzy Tittor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/izzy-tittor-7b4469a1/ Henry Advisory Website: https://henryadvisory.com.au/ For a simpler, faster way to write risk visit https://ensombl.com/go/20260305 General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

In this episode, Neil Rogan speaks with Alex Cousley from Russell Investments. They discuss recent geopolitical tensions involving Israel, the US, and Iran, their impact on oil prices, the current earnings season, and implications for investors. Neil Rogan LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roganneil/ Alexander Cousley LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-cousley-cfa-a10b81109/ Russell Investments Website: https://russellinvestments.com/ General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Earn 1.0 CPD here: https://quiz.ensombl.com/ENSO-26011822-35250001 0.50 Client Care & Practice 0.25 Technical Competence 0.25 Tax (Financial) Advice In this episode, Rocksy is joined by Angus Taylor, Founder of Sheffield Financial Group and Senior Financial Planner. They discuss his unique journey into financial planning, the growth and operations of Sheffield Financial, client-focused solutions, team development, use of technology, and his vision for future expansion. Angus Taylor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angus-taylor-2882633a/ Sheffield Financial Group Website: https://www.sheffieldfinancial.com.au/ Ensombl Progress is a professional development membership for advisers who want momentum and implementation - not just ideas - with protected time and peer accountability to turn key initiatives into visible progress. Learn more at https://ensombl.com/membership/ General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Earn 0.75 CPD here: https://quiz.ensombl.com/ENSO-26022622-56460001 0.25 Client Care & Practice 0.25 Technical Competence 0.25 Regulatory Compliance and Consumer Protection As elevated valuations and index concentration challenge traditional portfolios, Daniel Kelly is joined by Chris Hestelow (Allan Gray) to explore the firm’s contrarian, long-term investment philosophy. They unpack a high-conviction process built on deep fundamental research, independent review, and clear portfolio manager accountability - designed to prioritise alpha over index-hugging. They highlight recent outperformance from out-of-favour holdings rather than mega-cap leaders, and how advisers can pair truly active strategies with passive allocations for genuine diversification. With a focus on absolute risk and building resilient portfolios over macro predictions, this episode offers practical insight for navigating uncertain markets. Chris Hestelow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-hestelow-cfa-97264812a/ Daniel Kelly LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-kelly-cfa-b699b962/ Viola Private Wealth Website: https://www.violaprivatewealth.com.au/ Passive investing is tempting. That’s the risk. To learn more, reach out to our team or visit https://ensombl.com/go/20260302 General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Earn 0.75 CPD here: https://quiz.ensombl.com/ENSO-26022601-28380001 0.25 Technical Competence 0.25 Regulatory Compliance and Consumer Protection 0.25 Client Care and Practice This week, Pat is joined by Andrew Gardner and Eric Tetik from RetireMap. They discuss how RetireMap has evolved into a modern, highly integrated, AI-enabled financial modeling tool with a growing support-focused team, aiming to deliver faster, more engaging, and more efficient advice workflows for financial planning practices. Andrew Gardner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-gardner-3097393/ Eric Tetik LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-tetik/ RetireMap Website: https://retiremap.com.au/ Previous Episode: https://ensombl.com/podcasts/advicetech82/ Snagit: https://www.techsmith.com/snagit/ Between Meetings with Matt Heine – Discover a podcast for wealth professionals: https://ensombl.com/go/20260227 General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Earn 0.50 CPD here: https://quiz.ensombl.com/ENSO-26022402-34340001 0.25 Technical Competence 0.25 Client Care and Practice Recorded live at the Ensombl Retirement Xchange in Melbourne, James asks attendees what their “aha moments” from the event were, and gets their insights on improving human-centered advice, the client review processes, and intergenerational retirement planning, while exploring how longevity products and AI-enabled tools can better support clients’ spending, legacy, and overall experience. For a simpler, faster way to write risk visit https://ensombl.com/go/20260225 General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Earn 1.0 CPD here: https://quiz.ensombl.com/ENSO-26022223-39570001 0.25 Technical Competence 0.25 Client Care and Practice 0.25 Regulatory Compliance & Consumer Protection 0.25 Professionalism and Ethics In this episode, Rocksy speaks with Jonathan Christie, Managing Director at Oreana Partnerships. They explore how Oreana Partnerships has evolved as a specialist, technology‑led, advice‑focused licensee and capital partner, which supports mature, predominantly pre‑retiree/retiree advice practices with governance, AI-enabled efficiency, succession and growth/acquisition strategies while maintaining a tightly curated, profitable national network. Jonathan Christie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-christie-a8807561/ Oreana Partnerships Website: https://oreanapartnerships.com.au/ Explore the road less travelled at https://ensombl.com/go/20260224 General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Earn 0.75 CPD here: https://quiz.ensombl.com/ENSO-26021923-48220001 0.25 Client Care & Practice 0.25 Technical Competence 0.25 Professionalism and Ethics This week, Ben speaks with Sam Perera, Director at Perera Crowther Financial Services. They unpack how advisers can build a thriving, client‑centric life insurance business - covering mentoring, mental health, underwriting realities, and why now is a prime time to re‑embrace risk advice in Australia. Sam Perera LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-perera-34a338b/ Perera Crowther Website: https://www.pereracrowther.com.au/ Ben Donald LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-donald-a0363b78/ Visit The Adviser Portal and partner with Zurich and OnePath today: https://ensombl.com/go/20260223 General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Earn 1.0 CPD here: https://quiz.ensombl.com/ENSO-26021804-40420001 0.25 Technical Competence 0.25 Professionalism and Ethics 0.25 Regulatory Compliance and Consumer Protection 0.25 Client Care and Practice This week, Pat speaks with Aaron Breed, Product, Automation and Implementation Lead at rubica. They discuss how their shared “tell your story once” philosophy is driving the design of rubica’s API‑first, AI‑ready CRM and operations platform - using custom forms, entity maps, and deep integrations (e.g. Teams, Microsoft, Salesforce) to unify client data, automate workflows, and deliver scalable, high‑quality advice experiences. Aaron Breed LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-breed/ rubica Website: https://rubica.au/ Aaron's previous episode: https://ensombl.com/podcasts/advicetech110/ Between Meetings with Matt Heine – Discover a podcast for wealth professionals: https://ensombl.com/go/20260220 General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Earn 0.50 CPD here: https://quiz.ensombl.com/ENSO-26021723-16450001 0.25 Technical Competence 0.25 Tax (Financial) Advice Kieran is a Senior Financial Adviser at Financial Foundations Australia. He shares his role and how he contributes to a retirement-focused advice business at Financial Foundations Australia and consistently uses daily short-form social media videos (mainly on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok) to educate pre-retirees, generate new client inquiries, and support his long-term career and business goals. Kieran Menzie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kieranmenzie/ Financial Foundations Website: https://www.financialfoundations.com.au/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kieranmenziefinance/ For a simpler, faster way to write risk visit https://ensombl.com/go/20260219 General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

In this episode, Neil speaks with Dan Miles, Managing Director and Co-Chief Investment Officer at Innova Asset Management. They discuss how investors in 2025 and into 2026 can find value and diversification opportunities beyond the Magnificent Seven - such as South Korea, Europe, Japan, and selective exposure to gold and silver - while maintaining a sensible, globally diversified equity allocation. Neil Rogan LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roganneil/ Russell Investments Website: https://russellinvestments.com/ Dan Miles LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-miles-b264358a/ Innova Asset Management Website: https://innovaam.com.au/ General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/