IFA Excellence Awards 2025

Hewison Private Wealth was honoured at the ifa Excellence Awards, receiving national recognition across multiple categories for excellence in independent financial advice.

We are proud to share that Hewison Private Wealth was awarded Self-Licensed Firm of the Year, an acknowledgement of the strong growth, strategic direction, and client-first focus that continues to define our business — particularly as we mark 40 years of independence.

In addition to this major firm-wide accolade, Chris Morcom was named SMSF Adviser of the Year, reflecting his deep technical expertise and enduring commitment to delivering trusted, tailored advice to clients.

Finalists across the board

Five members of the Hewison team were recognised as individual finalists across key categories:

• Nathan Lear – Investment Adviser of the Year

• Michelle Alban – Paraplanner of the Year

• Marcus English – Risk Adviser of the Year

• Chris Morcom – SMSF Adviser of the Year

• Tess McIntosh – Young Adviser of the Year

Each finalist reflects the strength of Hewison’s culture and our shared values of Excellence, Empowerment, Family, and Fun — qualities we bring to every client relationship.

As a business, Hewison Private Wealth was also shortlisted in three firm-wide award categories:

• Best Financial Advice Employer of the Year

• Marketing Program of the Year

• Self-Licensed Firm of the Year

A shared commitment to excellence

These honours speak to the strength of our team, the trust of our clients, and our continued pursuit of delivering outstanding advice, service and outcomes. We are proud to stand alongside so many respected professionals who are shaping the future of financial advice in Australia.