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DISCLAIMER: The Ensombl podcast and all content contained on Ensombl is limited to factual information and does not constitute legal, financial or other professional advice. Ensombl does not hold an AFS licence and does not provide any financial services. Nothing on this podcast should be interpreted as financial advice. Before making any investment decision, Ensombl recommends obtaining financial advice from a qualified financial adviser.
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Oct 2, 2025 • 48min
AdviceTech Podcast #150 - moneyGPS Update
In this episode, Pat is joined by George Haramis, Co-Founder and CEO at moneyGPS. They discuss moneyGPS’s advancements in digital advice, including AI integration, new product offerings, platform scalability, and the transformative impact of tech on the advice and accounting industries. George Haramis LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgeharamis/ moneyGPS Website: https://moneygps.com.au/ A world of business efficiency awaits you at Netwealth: https://ensombl.com/go/20251003 General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Oct 1, 2025 • 27min
#510 Retirement Exchange Insights
Recorded live at the Ensombl Retirement Exchange, James speaks with a number of attendees on their "aha moments" from the event, and their take on innovative retirement planning strategies, evolving client needs, and practical approaches to engaging different generations. James Wrigley LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-wrigley/ Discover U Ethical's adviser solutions at https://ensombl.com/go/20251002 General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Sep 30, 2025 • 1h 7min
Licensee Podcast Series #1 - Advice Evolution
In this first episode, Rocksy is joined by Brooke Hooton, Group Executive for AFSL's and Equity Holder at Advice Evolution. They explore Advice Evolution’s adviser-focused, flexible licensee model, its growth, support systems, and Brooke’s personal journey and leadership philosophy. Brooke Hooton LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brooke-hooton-280ab91a1/ Advice Evolution Website: https://www.adviceevolution.com.au/ Explore the road less travelled at https://ensombl.com/go/20251001 General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Sep 29, 2025 • 1h
Engine Room Podcast #74 - Sebastian Mazza
This week, Rocksy speaks with Sebastian Mazza, Director at Wealth Depot. He shares his journey from family business roots to building Wealth Depot, discussing his approach to planning, team development, client relationships, and the evolving landscape of the advice industry. Sebastian Mazza LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sebastianmazzaca/ Wealth Depot Website: https://wealthdepot.com.au/ Hunter Green Website: https://www.huntergreen.com.au/ Character Builders: https://www.characterbuilders.com.au/ Visit The Adviser Portal and partner with Zurich and OnePath today: https://ensombl.com/go/20250930 General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Sep 25, 2025 • 40min
AdviceTech Podcast #149 - Balancing Growth & Innovation
This week, Pat speaks with Daniel Donovan, Head of Operations at Verse Wealth. They discuss Verse Wealth’s rapid growth, operational improvements, tech stack choices, automation initiatives, and strategic lessons learned in building a scalable, client-focused financial services business. Daniel Donovan LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danieldonovan09/ Verse Wealth Website: https://www.versewealth.com.au/ A world of business efficiency awaits you at Netwealth: https://ensombl.com/go/20250926 General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Sep 24, 2025 • 43min
#509 Michelle Flanagan
Michelle is the Principal Wealth Adviser of The Wealth Designers. She and James discuss The Wealth Designers' innovative use of AI and technology to streamline client engagement, documentation, and advisory processes for a diverse client base. Michelle Flanagan LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-flanagan-42b14413/ The Wealth Designers Website: https://twd.com.au/ To learn more about Fidelity, visit their website at https://ensombl.com/go/20250925 Consider the PDS and TMD available at Fidelity.com.au and whether Fidelity products are suitable for you. FIL Responsible Entity (Australia) Limited ABN 33 148 059 009 AFSL 409340. General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Sep 22, 2025 • 53min
Engine Room Podcast #73 - Morgan Hayward
This week, Rocksy is joined by Morgan Hayward, Director Of Financial Planning at LumeWealth. They discuss her journey in financial planning, her client-focused business approach, the challenges and rewards of advising business owners and vulnerable clients, and her vision for building a values-driven, boutique practice. Morgan Hayward LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morganrhayward/ LumeWealth Website: https://lumewealth.au/ Visit The Adviser Portal and partner with Zurich and OnePath today: https://ensombl.com/go/20250923 General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Sep 21, 2025 • 28min
Investment Podcast #28 - New Age of Ethical Investing
U Ethical’s Jon Fernie joins host James Whelan to unpack the new age of ethical investing. As client demand for values-aligned portfolios grows, they emphasize the importance of transparency, authenticity, and independent verification to avoid greenwashing. They explore the role of negative screens, positive tilts, and stewardship in building credible strategies, as well as surprising sectors—like mining and data centers—that can support the energy transition. With biodiversity and community impact emerging as key themes, Fernie shows how ethical investing can deliver competitive returns while driving meaningful environmental and social outcomes. Jon Fernie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-fernie-12128118/ James Whelan LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-whelan-68146036/ Discover U Ethical's adviser solutions at https://ensombl.com/go/20250922 General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Sep 18, 2025 • 50min
AdviceTech Podcast #148 - Marloo
This week, Pat is joined by Shak Lala and Hardy Michel from Marloo. They discuss how they built Marloo as an innovative, adviser-focused AI note-taking and document generation platform, their customer-centric approach, and their vision for transforming the advice tech industry. Shak Lala LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shakeel-lala/ Hardy Michel LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hardymichel/ Marloo Website: https://www.gomarloo.com/ A world of business efficiency awaits you at Netwealth: https://ensombl.com/go/20250919 General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Sep 17, 2025 • 25min
#508 David Jackson
David is a Financial Adviser at First Financial, Melbourne. He and James discuss his career journey, international experiences, and current role as an adviser at First Financial, along with the variety of clients he now serves. David Jackson Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-jackson-174b6643/ First Financial Website: https://firstfinancial.com.au/ To learn more about Fidelity, visit their website at https://ensombl.com/go/20250918 Consider the PDS and TMD available at Fidelity.com.au and whether Fidelity products are suitable for you. FIL Responsible Entity (Australia) Limited ABN 33 148 059 009 AFSL 409340. General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/