Australian Finance Podcast

From credit cards to 60 staff: Building Everest & listener Q&A

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Sep 8, 2025
Discover the fascinating journey of a former soccer hopeful who transitioned into financial advising and co-founded Everest Wealth. Learn how a simple golf outing led to the creation of a firm focusing on scalable advice for Australians under 50. Hear about their impressive growth from zero to 60 staff and 85 advice plans monthly, as well as the unique challenges faced along the way. If you're looking for financial insights or entrepreneurial inspiration, this conversation delivers valuable lessons for aspiring planners and business owners alike.
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ANECDOTE

From Football Trials To Starting Everest

  • Scott fell into financial planning after failing football trials and a brief banking stint in the UK.
  • A golf chat with Alex led him to start Everest the next morning and never look back.
INSIGHT

Rapid Scaling Beyond Expectations

  • Everest now handles 85 new advice plans per month across 10 advisers and 60 staff.
  • They operate nationally with offices in Perth and Melbourne and scaled far beyond founders' early expectations.
ADVICE

Holistic Advice Focused On Under-50s

  • Focus financial advice on holistic planning: super, insurance, cashflow, debt and investments.
  • Everest targets people under 50 to help younger Australians get ahead earlier.
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