The Association of Financial Advisers (AFA) has appointed Sarah Riegelhuth as Chair of the 2011/12 GenXt Committee.
The AFA explains that the GenXt program “bridges the gap” between the current and next generation of advisers through a program of events and forums that “facilitate the transfer of knowledge, experience, skills and networks between the generations”. The Committee act as advocates for the GenXt program in their respective states, the AFA said.
Speaking about the appointment of Ms Riegelhuth as Chair, Richard Klipin, AFA CEO said: “Sarah has been one of the shining lights and proud supporters of the AFA for the past four years and has distinguished herself as a finalist in the AFA’s Rising Star of the Year Awards in both 2008 and 2009. Her knowledge and passion for the advice industry make her a great choice for the position of Chair of our GenXt Program.”
Ms Riegelhuth stated that the quality of the GenXt program “demonstrates the AFA’s steadfast belief in the calibre of our newest recruits”. She says she is delighted to have been selected to take on the challenge of GenXt Chair at one of the most important stages in the history of the advice industry.
The 2011/2012 GenXt Committee includes:
National Team
- Sarah Riegelhuth (Chair)
- Michael Nowak
- Chris Browne
- David Pettit
- Chris Jones (SOS)
State representatives
- Jo Brassett (NSW)
- Steve Crawford (Vic)
- Fraser Jack (Qld)
- Rob Schiliro (Tas)
- David Pettit (WA)
- Dave Slovinec (SA)
