Our Team

Over 40 years’ experience.

For over 40 years Chris has been advising and managing a variety of clients with diverse needs, including business owners, busy professionals and family groups. Chris has built up a wealth of knowledge over the years and relays this information in plain English to “keep it simple” and enjoys developing strategies to assist clients build and protect their wealth.

Dedicated to professionalism.

Chris is an associate member of the Financial Planning Association, dedicated to providing professionalism within the industry.

Chris and his wife Sue love to travel, and also spend quality time with family and three wonderful grandchildren.

Below is a copy of our Combined Financial Services and Credit Guide, our Schedule of Fees and Christopher Hale’s Adviser Profile for your information.

Phone: 02 4984 1988

Email:advice@aspirewp.com.au

We would like to welcome Matthew Choat to the Aspire Wealth & Protection team.

Matthew brings with him qualifications and experience in Applied Finance, Social Science, Psychology, Business Management and Behavioural Economics.

Working closely with Chris and the Aspire team, Matt is here to assist you with all your enquiries.

Matthew is a fully registered and authorised financial planner who brings a unique blend of technical knowledge, behavioural insight and practical experience to Aspire Wealth & Protection.

With qualifications spanning Applied Finance, Social Science, Psychology, and Management Matthew combines analytical skill with a deep understanding of human decision‑making, helping clients make confident, informed financial choices.

Committed to professionalism and client‑centred advice. Matthew works closely with Chris and the Aspire team to deliver high‑quality, ethical and transparent financial advice.

Matthew supports a wide range of clients, helping them build, protect and manage their wealth with clarity and confidence.

A balanced life and a passion for people. Outside the office, Matthew enjoys time with his partner Georgie and their two children and staying active in the local community.

Email: advice@aspirewp.com.au

Martine has 24 years’ experience in global wealth management and international private banking, having previously worked at Ord Minnett, JP Morgan and Investec Bank in Sydney, London and Switzerland.

Martine started as a Paraplanner, Analyst and Account Manager at Ord Minnett and JP Morgan, before joining the Private Advisers team at Investec Bank in Sydney as Private Client Manager. She then worked in European Wealth Management in London and Switzerland, as an Investment Adviser and Senior International Private Banker as well as Co-Chairperson of Investec`s European Investment Committee for 10 years. Martine returned to Australia in 2011 and re-joined Ord Minnett as an Associate Adviser and Account Manager advising large wholesale charitable/not-for-profit and religious organisations for the past 8 years.

Cheryl is our dedicated external paraplanner that we go to in order to prepare our Financial Plans (Statement of Advice) ensuring that each plan is compliant and is tailored to our clients’ goals and objectives.

Cheryl has many years’ experience working with the Aspire financial advisers and has the knowledge and technical ability to understanding the complexity of each client’s individual needs.

Supporting clients since 1985.

Sue began working in the family business with Chris in 1985 and has worked together through different administrative roles within the business.

Sue is now currently responsible for Accounts and payroll
throughout Aspire Group.

As part of the Aspire team Kristy works with the entire team and the Financial Advisers to ensure that clients receive the best possible service from Aspire Wealth & Protection.

With a background in customer service and telecommunications, Kristy’s operations and client service experience is extensive, and she takes great pride in ensuring she provides a friendly, efficient, and competent service for Aspire’s clients.

Kristy obtained her Degree in Elementary Education in 2018 Mindanao State University and has had excellent experience working with large customer service and telecommunications businesses.

In her spare time, Kristy loves playing chess and other online games. Kristy also enjoys outdoor activities such as exploring beaches and climbing mountains.

Excellence in customer service.

Estelle has been a part of the Aspire family for several years; assisting financial advisors with administering all aspects of client accounts.
She is originally from sunny California and moved to beautiful Australia just over 13 years ago.

Estelle handles back-office operations for the business allowing our advisers to do what they do best and that is spend more time with our client’s.
Estelle has a great positive attitude, striving for professionalism, accuracy and exceptional service.

“It is a pleasure to work with a friendly team to help our clients achieve their financial goals.”

Our Advisers

Christopher Hale

Matthew Choat

Our Support Team

Martine Shaw

Janine Watton

Cheryl Welling

Sue Hale

Kristy Taporco

Estelle Lopez

Christopher Hale

Director, Financial Adviser, JP, AFPA Dip FS (FP)

Over 40 years’ experience.

Dedicated to professionalism.

Matthew Choat

BSocSc, PostGradDipPsyc, PostGradDipApp(FP)

Financial Adviser

Martine Shaw

Investment Analyst

Janine Watton

Client Services Manager

Cheryl Welling

Paraplanning Partner

Sue Hale

Accounts Manager

Supporting clients since 1985.

Kristy Taporco

Administration Support

Estelle Lopez

Client Services Officer

Excellence in customer service.