FAAA award nominations open

The Financial Advice Association Australia (FAAA) has opened nominations for its first awards program since its merger was completed in April 2023, recognising the industry’s best across six categories.

The categories include Certified Financial Planner (CFP) Professional of the Year, Adviser of the Year, Inspire Women – Excellence in Advice Award, Professional Practice of the Year, Gen Next Rising Star of the Year, and University Student of the Year.

Nominations can be submitted through an online judging portal and involve answering questions, a short video and providing supporting documentation.

“Now more than ever, we want to shine a light on the positive, life-changing advice that financial advisers give to their clients,” FAAA chief executive, Sarah Abood, said.

“These awards are a fantastic opportunity to share great stories about the value of financial advice. By supporting the FAAA Awards, you can help us celebrate commitment, talent, and passion within our profession.”

After applications close on 8 September, judging panels will then shortlist submissions in each category and finalists will participate in a round of interviews as part of a showcase happening during in the week of 9 October.

The winners of each category will be crowned at the FAAA Awards Gala Dinner held at the FAAA Congress event in Adelaide on 21 November.

“As well as joining a prestigious honours list, winners will receive complimentary FY25 FAAA membership renewal, and complimentary 2024 FAAA Congress attendance,” Abood said.

“Our inaugural winners will also have the opportunity to share their financial advice insights with peers and the next generation as part of the 2024 FAAA Roadshow.

“Being an FAAA award recipient will also support advisers in attracting and retaining business, setting them apart as leaders in our profession to consumers and the wider financial advice profession.”