LAURENCE ROY SMITH
Financial Adviser · Wellington Point, QLD
📚 Qualifications & Training
2004 - Bachelor of Business (Advertising) - Bachelor Degree (AQF 7) - Queensland University of Technology
2011 - Diploma of Financial Services (Financial Planning) - Diploma (AQF 5) - Kaplan Professional
2012 - Margin Lending and Geared Investments - Other - Kaplan Professional
2012 - Master of Business - Masters Degree (AQF 9) - Qld University of Technology
2018 - CFP Certification Program CFP 1 2 3 4 + C - Other - Financial Planning Association of Australia (FPA)
2019 - Ethics and Professionalism in Financial Advice - Bridging Course - Ethics - Kaplan Professional
2022 - Super Concepts & ICFS Specialist SMSF online course - Certificate (AQF 1-4) - The University of Adelaide
2026 - Accredited Listed Product Adviser - Other - Kaplan Professional
🏢 Professional Memberships
Financial Advice Association of Australia (FAAA)
ℹ️ What is a Financial Adviser?
A registered Financial Adviser is authorised under an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) to provide personal advice on investments, superannuation, life insurance, and other financial products to retail clients.
Financial advisers must meet strict education, training, and ethical standards set by ASIC. This includes holding relevant qualifications, meeting ongoing professional development requirements, and maintaining appropriate professional indemnity insurance.
Data source: ASIC Financial Advisers Register via data.gov.au, updated weekly.