Ben Ellingsen

Principal & Financial Planner

I have lived in the Gympie area for the past 18 years. I attended James Nash State High School, where I completed my Year 12 studies. I went directly from school into public practice where I have been ever since. Whilst working full-time, I completed a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) degree via the University of Southern Queensland as well as gaining other qualifications (Registered Tax Agent, Commission for Declarations, etc.). More recently, I obtained a Diploma of Financial Planning. I am a member of the Institute of Public Accountants, SMSF Association, National Tax and Accountants Association.

I am the Principal of Kingdom Financial's Financial Planning and lead a Team of Financial Planners, Client Managers and administration staff who service the community with dedication.

I am an active member in the Gympie community. I have been the President of the Gympie Chamber of Commerce Inc, Treasurer of World Hope Australia Inc, Committee Member for Cooinda Aged Care Centre Inc and Member of the Regional Development Australia Wide Bay Burnett.

I am married with four fabulous children, I live locally and support our local Community. In addition, I am the Principal of Ellingsen Partners Accountants & Business Advisors.

Simon Thomas

Financial Planner

My journey as a Financial Planner with AMP started in Gympie in 1994. I held various occupations in my youth before I decided to move into a career as Financial Planner. I commenced my career as a butcher when I first left school. After completing my apprenticeship, I worked on on-shore drilling rigs and continued with mineral sands exploration. Finally I managed a fuel depot for BP in Gympie with the experience I had gained in my previous occupations.

I found financial planning to be the most valuable career path as I recognised I had a need myself for financial advice. I also saw that need within my family and circle of friends. I needed advice on how to gain financial independence in order to secure the future. I then provided that information and support to my friends, and now have provided that information to the community for 24 years.

I work with a wonderful team of people that have the same mindset and dedication as myself. We are here to provide answers to your questions, a path for your financial goals, and security for your future.

I am married with one child. I live locally, I am involved with many community groups and I support our local community as much as I can via Rotary & Job match Employment.

Greg Garner

Financial Planner

I have been a Financial Planner with AMP since 2007 and enjoy the challenge of working with my clients. I appreciate that because everyones’ situation is different, I can accommodate those differences in planning for my clients’ future.

The way to achieve successful financial outcomes is with specific financial advice, based on a clients’ individual goals and objectives. Financial planning assists you build a roadmap that helps protect your existing assets, grow your assets and utilise your assets in the most effective way. True financial planning is the way to a secure future.

I have grown up in the local area and my wife and I are raising our family of three daughters in Gympie. I am involved with many community groups. Away from work I enjoy playing hockey and spending time with family and friends.

Tirtzah Hartvigsen

Paraplanning Assistant

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Leisa Dakin

Client Manager

[Advisor] has been providing professional financial planning advice and solutions to clients since [year].

[Advisor] prides himself on developing excellent working relationships with all clients to provide comprehensive financial advice based on their individual needs and goals.

Advice I specialise in includes:

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Michaela Martin

Financial Planner Intern

Charissa Jacobs

Financial Planner

Joni Bennett

Client Manager