• Meet Megan Crow, Recruitment Consultant
    Nov 21 2024

    Discover the fascinating journey of Megan Crow, an American who has found her calling in Melbourne's financial services recruitment sector. Transitioning from Tennessee, Megan provides a unique perspective on mastering Australia's financial landscape, including superannuation and private wealth management. With candid stories, she emphasizes the significance of honesty and learning from industry veterans, offering fresh insights for those starting their careers in finance. Listen in as we unpack the diverse roles like investment analysts and explore the impact of economic factors such as inflation, all through Megan's expert lens.

    But it's not all numbers and finance—brace yourself for tales of adrenaline-pumping barrel racing and the shared familial bonds that come with it. We navigate the highs and lows of international horse relocation and the pause it brought to competitive racing ambitions. Passionate discussions on fitness, mentorship, and community outreach reveal our commitment to health and support. Plus, get a sneak peek at our exciting roster of future guests, ready to share their financial wisdom. Don't miss our update on these thrilling additions to the series and our heartfelt thanks to Sienna, our marketing whiz, for her relentless support. Connect with us on social media to stay in the loop!

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    15 mins
  • Meet Vas Piperoglou, Chief Investment Officer
    Nov 14 2024

    Join us in this weeks episode as we chat with Vas Piperoglou, Co-founder and Chief Investment Officer at Collins Street Asset Management. Vas' path to a successful career was paved by motivation, ambition, and the power of knowledge. From starting his investment journey at the age of only 12 with the help of his father, Vas developed a passion for understanding markets. In this conversation, he shares with us the lessons he's learned along the way, the principles that guide his investment decisions, and his insights into the evolving financial landscape.

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    23 mins
  • Meet Chris MacEachern, Financial Planning CEO
    Nov 4 2024

    Join us as we chat with Chris MacEachern, AKA C-Mac, the Financial Planning CEO behind Australia's Freedom Finance. Chris's path to success is a testament to resilience and strategic thinking. Listen in as we explore how his early interest in finance, sparked by his father's day trading, led him to the successful career he has today.

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    28 mins
  • Meet Fabian Ruggieri, Director of RIVA Recruitment
    Oct 27 2024

    In the first episode of Finance Friends with Fabian, we dive into the personal and professional journey of Fabian, director of RIVA Recruitment and our podcast host. Joined by co-host Megan, Fabian shares his path from studying finance at La Trobe University to working at prestigious financial firms, both in Australia and abroad. With insightful reflections, he discusses his early career challenges, the lessons he learned managing high-net-worth clients, and his eventual leap into recruitment.

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    17 mins