IFA dealer network My Adviser Pty Ltd (My Adviser) continues on its strong growth trajectory, announcing today the appointment of Michael Hutchinson as Practice Development Manager.
Mr Hutchinson brings over 22 years’ experience within the financial services industry to the role, with significant capabilities gained from a number of practice development and management positions.
Most recently, Mr Hutchinson worked as a Business Development Manager, with a focus on industry super, at Intrust Superannuation. Prior to this, Mr Hutchinson was State PDM for Queensland, Northern Territory and Western Australia at Financial Services Partners Ltd (FSP). In this role Mr Hutchinson successfully initiated strategic direction and leadership of the dealership within the three key states.
Before FSP, Mr Hutchison held a number of positions including six years with MLC Alliances in PDM roles.
My Adviser Managing Director, Philippa Sheehan, said of the appointment: “Our core driver at My Adviser is to provide the best of breed support for our advisers, and that means having quality staff as much as it means quality processes. Having a PDM of Michael’s experience joining our dealer services network will assist our Authorised Representatives to grow their planning firms while continuing to offer quality, professional financial advice.
“Michael truly understands the support and growth needs of a national dealer network. I am confident that with his expertise, our advisers will have even more freedom and support to do what they do best – adding value to clients.”
Mr Hutchinson said of his appointment: “Over the years I have fine-tuned my skills in assisting advisers to improve their revenue during tough times by focusing on the right aspects of their businesses. It is possible to be sustainable and profitable whilst delivering exceptional value to clients. I am looking forward to bringing that skill-set to My Adviser.”
Mr Hutchinson will officially start with My Adviser on 4 June 2012.