Our team

Our team of advisers have significant financial planning experience, in particular working with WA public sector employees, their super and retirement products and employment arrangements.

    Michael Heffernan CFP, AIAA, BSc, Dip FP 
Financial Adviser Technical
 

With more than 25 years of experience in superannuation and strategic investment advice, Michael can provide valuable advice to help you build your wealth.

In November 2006 Michael became the first Head of Financial Advice for GESB Financial Advice. Before joining GESB, he was head of Mercer's WA-based financial planning practice, leading the company to become one of Australia's top practices.

Michael was named as one of Australia's Top 50 Advisers (Masterclass) in 2005, 2006 and 2007.

In his spare time, Michael enjoys playing golf, reading, walking and gardening.

 

  Gina Abuda  Adv Dip FS (FP)
Financial Adviser
  

Gina has worked in the banking and finance industry for 19 years, in the process gaining extensive knowledge of what it takes to help clients achieve their financial goals.

Gina specialises in retirement planning, wealth creation and wealth protection. In addition to her qualifications in financial services and political science, Gina is also studying to become a Certified Financial Planner.

Away from work, Gina enjoys spending time with her family and friends, and likes to relax with a good book and a glass of wine. She is married and has one child.

 

    Les Conceicao  MBA, MIR, BA(Ec), GradDip FP, F Fin
Financial Adviser
 

With his extensive qualifications and experience, Les is well-prepared to tailor sound financial plan that meets your financial and retirement needs.

Les has been a licensed financial adviser for ten years, providing personal and corporate financial advice to businesses and high-wealth clients. He has significant financial-services experience, ranging from investment and bond analysis to employer superannuation administration.

Les is a family man who also enjoys the company of his friends. He spends his spare time reading, training at the gym, travelling with his family and, when he has time, oil painting.

 

    Steve Trevisiol Dip FS, B Psych, Grad Cert Mgt
Financial Adviser
 

Steve has been helping clients reach their retirement goals for seven years. He specialises in retirement strategy and is an expert on Centrelink and Aged Care issues.

With qualifications in financial services, management and psychology, Steve is well-equipped to assist you with a range of financial issues.

Steve is also a keen soccer fan and spends winter weekends supporting Canning City in the WA State Premier League, and helping out as a committee member and the Seniors' Treasurer. Previously a State League soccer referee, he now referees the amateur divisions.

 

  Adam Pascoe BCom, ADFS (FP) 
Financial Adviser
 

Adam is a qualified Financial Adviser who has worked in the banking and stockbroking industries since 2003, specialising in providing strategic superannuation and retirement planning advice.

His qualifications and experience enable Adam to provide clients with a high level of service to help secure their financial future.

Adam is a Certified Financial Planner and has also completed a Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in Economics and Finance at the University of Western Australia.

Away from work, Adam enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, surfing and generally enjoying the great outdoors.

 

  Chris Taylor BCom, Dip FS 
Financial Adviser
 

Chris is a qualified financial adviser who has worked in the financial services industry for 6 years, having previously held roles with Professional Investment Services and Zurich Investments.

After completing a Bachelor of Commerce degree, majoring in Finance and Marketing, Chris sought a career through which he could help navigate people through the stages of their financial life. Chris has a strong belief in the value of financial planning and looks forward to assisting clients in securing their future.

In his spare time, Chris enjoys a good movie, spending time with family and friends and watching anything sports-related.

 

  Melissa Crichton BCom, Dip FS (FP) 
Financial Adviser
  

Melissa is a qualified financial adviser who joined GESB Financial Advice in 2007. Prior to joining us, Melissa worked as a technical specialist within the financial advisory business of a major bank. Melissa is passionate about assisting people reach their financial goals by using her exceptional technical knowledge to enhance their financial position as they plan for and head into retirement.

In her spare time Melissa enjoys travelling, reading and catching up with family and friends.

 

     Ryne Charsley CFP, BBus (Acc, Fin), Adv Dip (FP) 
Financial Adviser
 

Ryne is a qualified financial adviser with seven years of experience having worked within banking, stockbroking and private advisory firms. His wealth of experience across all areas of financial planning gives him extensive knowledge and the ability to assist members' to achieve their financial goals in superannuation and retirement.

Outside of work Ryne enjoys sailing and rugby.

 

 Marina Magill Marina Magill BEcon, Adv Dip FS (FP)
Financial Adviser
 

Marina is a qualified financial adviser who has been in the banking and finance industry for over 6 years.

Marina has completed a Bachelor of Economics, the Advanced Diploma in Financial Services and is studying to becoming a Certified Financial Planner.

Marina is passionate about financial planning, and the opportunity it presents to help clients make the most of their current situation, and build and protect their wealth over the long term.

Away from work, Marina enjoys travelling, spending time with family and friends, and reading a good book.


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