Ben started with Invest Blue (now Ironbark) in 2006. He held roles as a Senior Financial Adviser and Regional Head of Advice for 15+ years and, more recently, has taken on the role of Head of Strategy & High Performance at Ironbark Advice, working with Regional Heads of Advice and Advice Teams across the country. He supports strong leadership, high professional standards, and sustainable advice delivery. He plays a key role in helping teams within the group lift performance, enhance advice quality, and navigate an evolving regulatory and professional landscape.
With a practical and considered approach, Ben supports advice teams to turn strategy into meaningful outcomes - focusing on adviser development, operational effectiveness, and long‑term business resilience and acumen. He is particularly valued for his ability to cut through complexity, provide clear direction, and work collaboratively with multiple layers of leadership.
Ben holds a Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Law from the University of New England, is a Certified Financial Planner®, and holds the Advanced Diploma of Financial Services (Financial Planning). His blend of strategic insight, and 20+ years financial expertise, and deep understanding of the advice profession underpins his commitment to helping Ironbark build trusted & high‑quality advice.
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Countrywide Advice Pty Ltd and GrowUp Financial Pty Ltd trading as Ironbark Advice are authorised representatives and credit representatives of Charter Financial Planning Limited, Australian Financial Services Licence and Australian Credit Licence No. 234665.
GR & LC Thompson Pty Ltd trading as Ironbark Advice, is an authorised representative and credit representative of Hillross Financial Services Limited, Australian Financial Services Licence and Australian Credit Licence No. 232705.
LFC Advice Pty Ltd (ABN 19 647 509 466) trading as Ironbark Advice, is a Corporate Authorised Representative of LFC Group Pty Ltd (ABN 35 644 576 965), AFSL 526600.