FAAA Awards 2023

The FAAA Awards are designed to recognise members who deliver the highest standards of professional and trusted advice to Australian consumers, as well as those who are going above and beyond to support their local communities.

On the 21 November 2023 we had the pleasure of celebrating this year’s finalists at the inaugural Gala Dinner at FAAA Congress. This year’s judging process identified 18 deserving finalists across the six categories with the winners announced during the Gala Dinner. Please join us in congratulating this year’s winners below.

CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR

Martin McGrath CFP®

Financial Edge Group (NSW) 

Martin is based on the Central Coast and is the founder of Financial Edge Group. With a background as a Chartered Accountant and a master’s degree in financial planning, Martin has over 15 years experience in the financial advice profession and is recognised as a specialist retirement adviser. 

INSPIRE WOMEN - EXCELLENCE IN ADVICE AWARD

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Cara Williams

Verse Wealth (QLD) 

As a young Financial Adviser herself, Cara’s joy is in assisting clients to shift their lives for the better, ensuring they aren’t waiting for retirement to live the life they desire! Cara is held in high regard by her peers and is a regular recipient of some of the industry’s most prestigious recognitions and awards.

ADVISER OF THE YEAR

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Sacha Burchgart

Burcheart (NSW) 

Sacha is an award-winning financial adviser with over a decade of experience. Founder of Burcheart, she champions financial literacy and empowerment and her strategy first approach prioritises clients’ financial wellbeing. Sacha shares her insights through speaking engagements, panels, and podcasts, and is renowned for her unwavering commitment to excellence. 

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE OF THE YEAR

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Boutique Advisers

Subiaco, WA

Boutique Advisers has its own AFSL and is proudly celebrating 20 years of business in 2023. They have a team of 25 including eight advisers with differing depths of expertise to help clients at all stages of life. Boutique Advisers prides itself on helping clients make confident life decisions about their wealth.

GEN NEXT RISING STAR OF THE YEAR

Jayden Adams

Adams Financial Group (QLD)

Adams Financial Group was established by Jayden in order to bring to life his long-term business vision. He places a strong focus on the ongoing relationship with his clients and has a young family of his own which means he understands the day-to-day challenges of trying to “get ahead”. Conversely, he also appreciates the excitement, yet fear, of those who are moving into the retirement phase of their life.

UNIVERSITY STUDENT OF THE YEAR

Jacob Eliopoulos

Deakin University 

Jacob is due to complete his Bachelor of Commerce in Financial Planning & Finance at Deakin University this year and brings an infectious enthusiasm to the profession. A natural facilitator and tactician, Jacob has an innate gift for understanding what clients might want, and a genuine desire to help them achieve their goals.