I never imagined I would become a financial planner. I had just returned from working overseas as an expat, having served as a managing director for a multinational company. The transition into financial services was unexpected, but 17 years on, it is a decision I am deeply grateful for.

This career has given me more than I anticipated. Beyond the tangible rewards, what I value most is the depth of relationships it has made possible. I have celebrated festive seasons with clients, attended weddings, welcomed new lives, and stood beside families in their most difficult moments. It is a career that lets you experience the full breadth of life alongside the people you serve.

Today, I lead a team built on the same values that have guided my own journey: professionalism, integrity, and genuine care for the people we work with. I believe in creating an environment where every team member is supported to grow, not just as a consultant, but as a person. On the Manulife Financial Advisers platform, we have the tools to personalise every solution and meet each client exactly where they are.