Our Team

Our Team
Hayden Allen

Hayden Allen

CFP BEc F Fin
Director/Senior Financial Adviser

Robert Chiswell

Robert Chiswell

CFP
Director/Senior Financial Adviser

Colin Ash

Colin Ash

ADFP
Senior Financial Adviser

Mel Lever

Mel Lever

CFP® B.Bus (FP)
Financial Adviser

Anthony Gauci

Anthony Gauci

BCom/Business Law
Financial Adviser

Michael Tan

Michael Tan

Business Manager/Portfolio Manager

Joanne Chiswell

Joanne Chiswell

Client Relationship Manager

Theo

Theo Kapoor

Client Relationship Manager

Debra Alvarico

Debra Alvarico

Client Relationship Manager

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Nechy Ponce

Client Relationship Manager

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Liesly Caraquel

Client Relationship Manager

Louise

Louise Hehir

Operations Manager

Isabel Valencia

Isabel Valencia

Client Relationship Manager

Hayden Allen

CFP BEc F Fin

Director/Senior Financial Adviser

After graduating from Flinders University with a Bachelor of Economics, Hayden commenced his career in an Accounting practice. It was while preparing self-managed superannuation fund financials that sparked his desire to help clients Accumulate, Preserve and Protect wealth. This led to further study and the completion of a Graduate Diploma in Financial Planning, the Certified Financial Planner qualification and more recently completing the FASEA exam.

Hayden is a founder and Director of Trilogy Financial Group since its establishment in 2002.
As Trilogy Financial Group grows, Hayden takes great satisfaction out of developing the collective expertise of the Trilogy team and will often have joint meetings with younger advisers, using interactive mind map technology to develop client strategy and simplify the complex.

Hayden enjoys developing long-term relationships with his clients and being completely invested in their financial well-being, providing strategic advice though open and honest opinions and adding real value to some of regional Australia’s wealthiest families. He also hates to see people waste opportunities, get scammed……and has never had a client retire declare they put too much into superannuation!

Outside the office he is married to Angela and has three active children who keep him busy following their sporting and academic dreams. Hayden is also active in the community being past President of the local Pre School and Football club, and is current Chairman of the local Financial Planning of Australia (FPA) Sunraysia chapter.

“Successful people are solutions focused not problem obsessed”

Robert Chiswell

CFP

Director/Senior Financial Adviser

Robert developed a keen interest in creating good cash flow and money management behaviours early on, which were key to running his own small business in Mildura in his late teens and early twenties.

Wanting to learn more about money and seeking financial freedom himself, Robert commenced study with Deakin University where he completed a Diploma and Advanced Diploma in Financial Services, and began working in the industry in 2002 with a local financial planning firm, which later became Trilogy Financial Group.

Robert went on to study the Certified Financial Planning certification and more recently completed the national FASEA exam.

Robert became a Director and Partner in Trilogy Financial Group in 2017, and has been with the firm for 20 years, where he takes great pride and satisfaction in mentoring and growing key staff within the business and setting them up for success.

Robert really enjoys collaborating with clients on their unique journey, meeting them where they are at NOW, and working with them to expand their knowledge and grow their opportunities in money and life. He believes that many people misunderstand the Superannuation environment, and with this and some old myths, miss many opportunities available to us all using this potential tax-free retirement haven.

When Robert is not at work, he enjoys spending his time hanging out with his wife and four children across their many sports, and with their larger extended families.

Robert loves sharing with his family the belief that anything is possible, and encourages everyone to Dream Big!

Colin Ash

ADFP

Senior Financial Adviser

Colin joined Trilogy Financial Group in 2013 after almost 30 years with one of the big 4 banks, including most recently 13 years experience as a financial adviser.

Colin was drawn to Trilogy Financial Group due to its focus on building strong, long-term relationships with its clients. Colin enjoys helping people achieve their financial goals no matter what stage of life they’re at. Colin’s experience covers a wide range of areas including superannuation, investments, cashflow management, retirement, social security and much more.

Mel Lever

CFP® B.Bus (FP)

Financial Adviser

Mel joined Trilogy Financial Group in 2011 in a client support role and soon after completed a Bachelor of Business (Financial Planning) with RMIT.

Since completing her degree, Mel has moved into her role as a financial adviser and in 2016 she completed her studies to become a Certified Financial Planner (CFP). She has also completed a Bachelor of Business (Management) with La Trobe.

In 2014 Mel took part in the Northern Mallee Leadership Program, which enhanced her leadership skills and provided a great insight into the nature and needs of our community.

Anthony Gauci

BCom/Business Law

Financial Adviser

Anthony joined Trilogy Financial Group in 2013 where he commenced in a client support role before becoming an Adviser in early 2016.  After completing his Bachelor of Commerce/Business Law degree in 2014 via Curtin University, he moved into a Financial Adviser role with the Business.

Anthony loves dealing with people and as an Adviser he recognises the importance of assisting clients with establishing a strong financial foundation in order to build their short and long term wealth. Anthony is a big believer in family and it is the support of his family that has assisted him with progressing through his working career.

Outside of Trilogy, Anthony loves spending time with his wife and three children. He is also involved with the South Mildura Sporting Club both on and off the field as a football player and board member/vice-president of the club.

Michael Tan

CFA® BCom(Fin) PGDipFin

Business Manager/Portfolio Manager

Michael joined Trilogy Financial Group in 2016 and first commenced in a paraplanning and research analyst role. He eventually moved into a combination of Portfolio Manager role, designing and formulating the firm’s overall investment philosophy & strategy and Operations Manager role, responsible for the financial & business aspects of the firm.

Michael holds a Bachelor of Commerce and Postgraduate Diploma in Finance from the University of Melbourne and has completed his Diploma of Financial Planning. Michael is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charterholder.

Michael believes in a research-driven & evidence-based investment approach and enjoys helping clients build wealth so that they can achieve financial security and independence.

Joanne Chiswell

Client Relationship Manager

Joanne has been part of Trilogy Financial Group, starting very early with the company in 2003.

Joanne commenced her career in Administration; she went on to complete her Diploma in Financial Planning and transitioned into the role of Client Relationship Manager.

Joanne’s time working with Trilogy has spanned 13 years, and seen her take time away to raise her children.  Having many years working closely with Trilogy’s clients, Joanne has gained their trust and built strong relationships.

Joanne has a positive attitude and energy, and encourages Trilogy’s team to work hard and succeed.

When not in the office, Joanne enjoys Pilates, walking, holidaying and spending time with her Husband Robert and their children.

Theo Kapoor

Client Relationship Manager

Theo joined Trilogy Financial Group in 2023 in a client support/associate advisor role after completing his Masters of Financial Planning from Deakin University in 2022.

Theo is pursuing a career as financial advisor with Trilogy Financial Group because he wants to help people set and achieve their financial goals applying personalised strategies and recommendations based on their unique financial circumstances.

Outside of Trilogy Theo loves his sport especially his favourite footy team the mighty Collingwood Football Club. 

Debra Alvarico

Client Relationship Manager

Debra is an intellectual and analytical individual with great communication skills.

She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Communication majoring in Media Communication and has 4 years of experience in the Banking industry.

Nechy Ponce

Client Relationship Manager

Nechy holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management.

She began her career as a service crew member and worked her way up to a supervisory position. After gaining significant experience in the hospitality industry, she transitioned to the financial sector, where she has spent the past four years enhancing administrative operations.

Her journey from hospitality to finance showcases her adaptability and commitment to excellence.

Liesly Caraquel

Client Relationship Manager

Liesly is a dedicated Client Relationship Manager with a passion for client satisfaction along with her positive and engaging personality.

Liesly recently graduated with a Bachelor’s degree majoring in Financial Management, bringing fresh insights and dedication to her role.

Louise Hehir

Operations Manager

Louise graduated from Flinders University with a Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) in April 2014 and joined an accountancy firm in Adelaide before moving into the Financial Planning industry in 2018 as a Financial Planning Assistant.

Joining Trilogy Financial Group in October 2020, Louise enjoys learning about the Financial Planning industry and to the best of her ability provides administrative support to the Advisers at Trilogy Financial Group as the industry is constantly evolving and adapting to the changing needs of our clients.

Isabel Valencia

Client Relationship Manager

Isabel holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management and has extensive administrative experience.

Isabel has a genuine desire to deliver the best outcomes to our clients and to produce quality work.