Acclaim Wealth has appointed experienced financial services executive Tony Smith as Head of Distribution, as the specialist wealth platform continues to invest in growth and strengthen its national adviser offering.
The newly created role reflects Acclaim’s focus on expanding its distribution capability, deepening adviser relationships and supporting the next phase of growth under recently appointed CEO Julie Hamilton and COO Aimie West.
Mr Smith brings more than two decades of experience in financial services distribution, business development and adviser relationship management, having held senior leadership roles with ClearView Wealth and CommInsure. Throughout his career, he has built strong adviser partnerships, led high-performing distribution teams, and driven growth across competitive wealth and insurance markets. Most recently, Mr Smith established his own legal practice and brings a legal background and experience to the position.
Acclaim Wealth CEO, Julie Hamilton, said Mr Smith’s appointment reflected the company’s commitment to investing in adviser relationships and expanding its national distribution capability.
“We are entering an exciting period of growth and investment at Acclaim, and strengthening our distribution capability is a key part of that strategy. Tony brings a deep understanding of the adviser market, extensive industry relationships and a proven track record of building successful distribution businesses. His appointment reinforces our commitment to supporting advisers, growing our national presence and ensuring more advice practices can access the benefits of the Acclaim proposition.”
“As adviser expectations continue to evolve, we remain focused on delivering exceptional service, flexibility and support. Tony will play an important role in helping us scale those strengths while continuing to build meaningful partnerships across the advice community,” said Ms Hamilton.
Mr Smith will be responsible for leading Acclaim’s distribution strategy, adviser engagement initiatives and business development activities nationally, with a focus on supporting existing adviser relationships and identifying new growth opportunities.
Tony said he was excited to be joining Acclaim Wealth at an important stage in the company’s development.
“Acclaim has built a strong reputation for delivering service and solutions that help advisers meet the evolving needs of their clients. I’m excited to join at a time when there is significant opportunity to deepen existing adviser relationships and expand our distribution footprint. I look forward to working closely with our advisers, dealer groups and strategic partners to help drive the next phase of growth for Acclaim,” said Mr Smith.
Tony holds a Bachelor of Commerce, a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice and was admitted as an Australian Lawyer in 2021. Alongside his extensive distribution and adviser relationship experience, his legal background provides additional insight into regulatory and governance issues impacting financial services businesses.