Bombora Advice announces new Chairman and Managing Director appointments
Niall McConville
Bombora Advice has announced that in response to Kevin Martin, stepping down as Chair, founder and Managing Director Wayne Handley has been appointed Executive Chairman; and Niall McConville Managing Director.
These changes will be effective July 1, 2025.
Kevin Martin has served as Chair since January 2016 and Niall McConville has been a member of the Bombora Board since April 2024.
In acknowledging Kevin Martin’s immense contribution, Wayne Handley paid tribute to his outstanding leadership that ensured stong financial management, corporate governance and positive positioning of the brand in the risk sector.
Kevin will continue on as a Board member.
Bombora has made significant progress since commencing operations in 2013 as a boutique focussed, advice led business dedicated to delivering professional risk advice and superior client outcomes.
In addition, to growing its national network of risk focussed advisory businesses, Bombora has established significant relationships with other professional service firms with a collaborative advice model to ensure their clients risk insurance needs are both met and serviced.
Wayne Handley said “It is a privilege to be appointed Chair and with the support of the Board and senior team, I am committed to building on Bombora’s marketplace reputation and presence.
“These are exciting times and the strategic business opportunities for Bombora are immense. I’m looking forward to positioning the organisation for continued success and growth in the future.”
In welcoming Niall McConville as Bombora’s new MD, Wayne Handley said he is a seasoned financial services executive with a proven track record that has spanned two decades in advice, insurance, distribution, and strategy.
“Niall was responsible for numerous functions including sales, new business, underwriting, claims, and service – and played a role in helping to shape the future of financial advice in Australia.
“A passionate advocate for more consumer access to quality advice, he is committed to financial services diversity, including greater representation of women in advice and pro bono financial services for people facing hardship.
Niall holds industry-recognised qualifications in insurance and financial advice and is highly regarded for his ability to work with advisers, lead teams, deliver strategic growth, and build high-trust relationships across corporate and regulatory environments.
The news of Niall’s appointment has been enthusiastically received by Bombora’s adviser / practice network, alliance partners and insurance businesses.
Incoming MD Niall McConville said he was delighted to be Bombora’s MD as it is a vibrant business and justifiably proud of its industry reputation that has attracted professional advisory insurance specialists seeking a supportive AFSL dedicated to delivering superior client outcomes.
“My focus will be the next phase of Bombora’s strategic journey that will include enhancing operational efficiency, capitalising on growth opportunities in the life insurance sector and improving both adviser and client experiences”.
