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The Activam Impact Awards celebrate excellence and recognise the people and organisations making a meaningful impact across financial services and wealth management. The Awards shine a light on professionals who foster growth, build strong partnerships, demonstrate leadership, and contribute to the continued evolution of our profession.
We are proud to congratulate the 2026 Activam Impact Award winners:
- Investment Adviser of the Year: Ben Graham-Nellor – Smart Happy Money
- Rising Star of the Year: Jacob Eliopoulos – The Hopkins Group
- Practice Support of the Year: Joanne Ficarra – The Hopkins Group
- Holistic Advice Firm of the Year: The Hopkins Group
- Boutique Advice Firm of the Year: Blue Financial
- Principal Advice Firm of the Year: Prospur Financial – Ben McLennan
- Progressive Advice Firm of the Year: Smart Happy Money
- Business Development Manager of the Year: Marie Lazar – Futurity Investment Group
- Platform Offering of the Year: BT Panorama
- Dealer Group/Advice Network of the Year: Spark Financial Group
- Money & Business Podcast of the Year: SBS On the Money – SBS News
- Impact Hall of Fame – Lifetime Achievement, Service to Industry: Shane Oliver
A huge congratulations to all our winners and finalists, and thank you to everyone who participated in the voting process and helped us recognise excellence across our profession.
This year’s Activam Impact Awards also proudly supported Giant Steps Melbourne, helping raise funds and awareness for the important work they do supporting children and adults with autism and their families.