“The achievements in my successful running career have been made by applying the same principles in my career as a Perpetual financial adviser - dedication, goal planning and a lot of hard work. Helping clients to set goals and achieve their financial independence has been the motivation for my chosen career. Paramount has been the strong relationships I have with my clients which is built on a foundation of rapport and trust. Understanding what my clients want out of life enables me as a planner to demonstrate what the actions and decisions taken now could mean for their future. At times of uncertainty, I pride myself of always being available.”

Janet has attained her Certified Financial PlannerCM, the highest accreditation in the financial planning industry and is a member of the Institute of Financial Advisers (IFA). She also has a Post Graduate Diploma in Personal Financial Planning from Waikato University and maintains a continuing education programme to ensure that she keeps up-to-date with the latest developments in investment and financial markets.

Born and raised on a farm in Woodville, Janet started in banking in 1968 before leaving to start and run her own successful retail business. After 13 years, in 1997 she returned to the banking industry to work at Westpac in investment advisory and financial planning roles. In 2009, Janet left Westpac to join Perpetual as a financial adviser.

Away from work, Janet enjoys long distance running, mountain biking, kayaking and Toastmasters. Socialising with family and friends is very important to Janet.