The Financial Advice Association of Australia (FAAA) welcomes Glenn Calder CFP® and Ben Marshan CFP® as new Board members as well as Jade Khao (Tan) CFP® following her re-election. All three positions are for a term of three years and will start at the Annual General Meeting on 18 November 2025.

The three appointments follow the expiry of the term for Board member William John CFP®, as well as the resignation of Angela Martyn CFP® in September 2025.

FAAA Chair David Sharpe CFP® said: “The appointment of Glenn, Ben and Jade to the FAAA Board come at a crucial time in the evolution of the financial advice profession.

“Each board member brings important skills and experience which will add to the depth of knowledge on the FAAA Board, and will play an important role in guiding our strategic direction as we navigate a challenging regulatory landscape.”

“I would like to sincerely thank this year’s departing directors.

“Angela has worked tirelessly on the Board and as the Chair of the Policy and Regulations Committee to bring about the best outcomes for members. For her three-year term she has been absolutely dedicated to the cause, and even before she was a Director was a great contributor.  Her work has ensured the highest quality of governance to the Board and the organisation.

“During Will’s six years on the Board he has been a passionate advocate for members with an unwavering commitment to ensuring the FAAA is always doing the right thing. Will has supported many committees for education, policy and standards during his term, and has volunteered extra time to special projects.

“On a personal note, it has been a delight to have worked with Angela and Will on the Board and their insight will be missed. Thank you for the amazing effort for the FAAA.”

More on the Board members elected:

Glenn Calder CFP® is joint CEO of Viridian Financial Group, a public company that grew under his leadership from 15 staff to more than 400 across three countries, serving 8,000 clients. He has been a practising financial adviser for more than 15 years, supported by postgraduate study including an MBA, CFP and AICD Graduate, as well as specialist designations such as SMSF accreditation and ASX Derivatives Level 1 and 2. Glenn is currently completing further postgraduate study at the University of Melbourne. Most recently he has supported the profession through education and advocacy. Glenn is passionate about the importance of financial planning and its role in improving client outcomes.

Jade Khao (Tan) CFP® has been a member of the FAAA since 2002 and in 2007 became a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional. She holds a Bachelor of Business (Finance and Information Technology) and is also a Life Risk Specialist®, SMSF Specialist Adviser® and graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (MAICD). Prior to joining the FAAA Board in November 2022, Jade spent 6 years on the FAAA Sydney Chapter including 4 years of being Chapter chair. She is also an FAAA Women in Wealth Champion, a panellist at the last FAAA Professionals Congress, an ambassador for Zen Tea Lounge Foundation supporting domestic violence victims and regularly attends local universities and TAFEs on behalf of the FAAA. Jade was also the NSW Gen Next chair for the AFA and is a member of the ASIC Regional Liaison Committee advocating for the financial advice profession. Jade chairs the Major Events Advisory Committee, and is a member of the Board Finance, Risk and Audit Committee and the Board Conduct and Integrity Committee.

Ben Marshan CFP® is the managing director of Marshan Consulting and a director of the Future2 Foundation. Prior to this Ben led FAAA and CALI advocacy and standards teams resulting in tangible regulatory improvements, easing compliance and elevating professional standards. He pioneered member-focused guidance on retirement income, advice innovation, and digital SOAs—tools members use daily. Ben is also the chair of the FPSB Regulatory Engagement Group helping shape global standards influencing local practice. His ongoing consulting work provides real-time insights into member needs, ensuring they inform board decisions. Ben serves on numerous advisory boards for social and fintech ventures. Ben is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® and Life Risk Specialist®, with a Master of Commerce (Financial Planning) and MBA.