Our People

Jocelyn Weatherall

Director, Adviser

Qualifications

• Jocelyn holds the Authorised Financial Adviser (AFA) designation allowing her advice to extend to more complex investment products and investment management and investment planning services
• Designation of Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF)
• Bachelor of Commerce and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Auckland University
• National Certificate in Financial Services (Financial Advice) (Level 5)
• Member: Financial Advice New Zealand (formerly the Institute of Financial Advisers)
• Member: ICANZ Trust Special interest Group
• Chair: Dementia New Zealand Charitable Trust
• Chair: Dementia Auckland Charitable Trust
• Chair: Dementia Auckland Finance, Audit and Risk Committee
• Associates: Jocelyn is joined by a team of highly qualified and broadly experienced associates
• Offers impartial advice, fee-only

Background

Jocelyn studied Commerce and Arts at Auckland University before spending eight years in corporate research and advisory positions. A founding committee member of the Association of Investment Advisers and Financial Planners (IAFP) in 1985 and an Inaugural Board Member of the Association, Jocelyn have been long-established in the advisory industry. In 2011 Jocelyn became one of the first Authorised Financial Advisers to complete the National Certificate of Financial Services. She is an Accredited Investment Fiduciary as well as being certified under the standards of the Centre for Fiduciary Excellence.

Jocelyn joined the first independent Financial Planning and Advisory Firm in New Zealand in 1991 and began her career in the provision of independent Financial Planning. Soon to follow was Jocelyn’s family, twin girls and a son, three children in 15 months arrived in the Weatherall household, a challenge she says has not yet been surpassed by any other life events!.

She enjoys spending time at Matakana where the family has a bach, walking good distance to maintain fitness, and holds an interest in art and design. She is involved in the community through her involvement as Chair of Dementia New Zealand and Dementia Auckland. Jocelyn holds expertise in assisting clients who are in need of establishing with confidence a secure financial pathway. In particular she specialises in assisting Trusts; Family and Charitable in establishing their investment policies and investment frameworks to meet their responsibilities and needs.

A Disclosure Statement is available, on request and free of charge.

Phil Ashton

Director, Adviser

Qualifications

• Authorised Financial Adviser (AFA) designation allowing his advice to extend to more complex investment products and investment management and investment planning services
• Designation of Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF)
• He achieved the Chartered Accounting qualification of ACA in 1975 and joined the then NZ Society of Accountants, now a CA in the Institute of Chartered Accountants of New Zealand and Australia (CA ANZ)
• Member: Financial Advice New Zealand (formerly the Institute of Financial Advisers)
• Member: CAANZ Trust Special interest Group
• Past Governor (2013-14), Rotary District 9910, Northern NZ & West-Pacific Islands
• Past President (2006-7), Takapuna North Rotary Inc
• Associates: Phil is joined by a team of highly qualified and broadly experienced associates
• Offers impartial advice, fee-only, with no commissions received

Background

Phil is UK-born but raised and schooled in NZ and regards himself very much as a NZ’er; in fact nothing gives him more delight when the two countries meet on the sports field where he barracks loudly for the Kiwis.Prior to heading to Europe on his ‘OE’ in 1975 he qualified as a member of the NZ Society of Accountants (now CA ANZ) and worked in that capacity whilst in London for four years, with experience in treasury with JH Vavasseur & Co, a merchant bank, and Ladbrokes.

Returning to New Zealand, Phil took up the Finance Director role at L’Oreal and determined at that time that he wanted to work in his own business, which ultimately led him to the financial planning profession which was just emerging in 1989. 

Phil loves the outdoors, has tramped all the recognised New Zealand alpine and lowland treks, some many times over. He cycles, walks the neighbour’s dog, plays tennis regularly and makes a very poor fourth player in a round of golf. He admits to getting value for money for his green fees and covers most blades of grass on the course, also finding a loudhailer useful to keep in touch with his fellow players. He reads extensively, and has a passion for music, movies, mountains and muts. He is responsible for two adult children, now living for some time in Melbourne, Anna and Jonny (and their partners) in their mid-30s, and is awaiting some action on their part to produce his first grandchild.

Rotary has been a significant part of Phil’s life, an organisation that offers a subtle blend of good friendships, business networking and the opportunity to give back to society. Phil was Club President at Takapuna North Rotary in 2006-07 and in 2013-14 was Governor of District 9910 which encompassed Auckland North to Kaitaia and the Pacific Islands of New Caledonia, Vanuatu and Norfolk Island. He continues to have a District role in strategy and planning and he Chairs the finance committee.
Finally football. Phil played senior football for 35 years retiring in his mid-50s after an early season tournament when in the warm up three players were injured. For reasons unclear to him he believes Liverpool FC can win the Premier League again thereby allowing himself to be pilloried each season by more astute supporters.

A Disclosure Statement is available, on request and free of charge.

Henry Ford

Director, Adviser

Qualifications

• Henry holds the Authorised Financial Adviser (AFA) designation allowing his advice to extend to more complex investment products and investment management and investment planning services
• The designation of Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF)
• Graduated Bachelor of Agricultural Commerce from Canterbury University
• Graduate Diploma in Business Studies in Financial Planning
• Certified Financial Planner^CM
• Member: Financial Advice New Zealand (formerly the Institute of Financial Advisers)
• Chair of Macular Degeneration New Zealand
• Associates: Henry is joined by a team of highly qualified and broadly experienced associates
• Offers Impartial advice, fee-only, with no commissions received

Background

Henry studied Ag Commerce at Lincoln before spending three years in what was the Rural Bank in Dunedin lending money to farmers. After becoming registered as a valuer he returned home to farm on his own account in the early 80’s. He could have chosen a better time. The farming environment changed abruptly at that time and a decision was made to return to banking. Henry went on to hold positions of GM Branch Networks with the National Bank of New Zealand and GM Consumer Banking at Westpac. 

In 2007 Henry resigned from Westpac to establish a financial planning practice in Auckland using systems developed by Bradley Nuttall, a well-established financial planning practice based in Christchurch. The addition of a Triple Jump franchise allowed him to offer risk advice to small business, but this has now been discontinued in favour of focusing on financial planning. During this period Henry obtained a Diploma in Business Studies (Endorsed in Financial Planning), became a Certified Planner, an Accredited Investment Fiduciary as well as being certified under the standards of the Centre for Fiduciary Excellence.

Henry is married with three adult children. He enjoys playing golf, spending time at Whangamata where the family has a modest bach, cycling to maintain fitness and spending time in the garden. He is involved in the community through Parnell Rotary where he was the President in the 2013/2014 year as well as being Chair of Macular Degeneration New Zealand (MDNZ) .

Henry specialises in helping clients who need assistance in managing the financial consequences of changes in their lives. In particular he specialises in helping women who need to deal with being widowed or divorced, and couples contemplating retirement that need confidence to live the lives to which they aspire.

A Disclosure Statement is available, on request and free of charge.

Richard Knight

Director, Adviser

Qualifications

• Authorised Financial Adviser (AFA) designation allowing his advice to extend to more complex investment products and investment management and investment planning services
• Bachelor of Commerce from Otago University majoring in Economics with a minor in Finance
• Designation of Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF)

Background

Auckland born and then growing up in Dunedin, Richard joined the firm at the start of 2011 after a long stint in the UK working for major investment banks. Richard is a member of Rutherford Rede’s external Investment Committee and the internal Compliance Committee. Richard is dedicated firstly to his young family and, secondly to lowering his golf handicap (currently 17.3) – the balance between these two things can be intrepid at times, luckily his wife Sarah is mostly understanding! When time allows (and at home DIY projects aren’t too pressing) he enjoys keeping active with a plethora of outdoor activities with his family including mountain biking, snowboarding and wake boarding. He’s also a keen runner and has completed the Paris and Auckland marathons together with a number of half-marathons at home and around the world.

A Disclosure Statement is available, on request and free of charge.

Monique Pearson

General Manager

The many strings on Monique’s bow include the management and performance of Rutherford Rede and, with the Board, driving
forward the firm’s strategy and growth. Monique has a background in organisational leadership within local and international law and
accounting firms. 

Monique is a strong supporter of inclusive and diverse leadership and has been involved in non-profit organisations such as heading the Global Women’s Champions for Change Programme, Chair of the Fantail Network Advisory Group, and a YWCA Future Leaders Mentor. Monique is also an Honorary Member of the New Zealand Bar Association and a volunteer at the local Toastmasters Club. 

Outside of work, Monique and her husband, Brett (who is an executive chef), enjoy sharing their culinary skills with friends and family. The rest of the Rutherford Rede team has yet to uncover the mystery of how Monique fits all her activities in, but suspect time travel is involved.

William Sargent

Adviser

Qualifications 

• Authorised Financial Adviser (AFA) designation allowing his advice to extend to more complex investment products and investment management and investment planning services
• Post Graduate Diploma in Business Studies with a Personal Financial Planning endorsement 
• Bachelor of Business from AUT University
• Member: Financial Advice New Zealand (formerly the Institute of Financial Advisers)
• Member: Auckland Young Professional 
• Member: Probiz Group

Background

Will joined the Rutherford Rede team in 2017. His strong desire to help others and put his understanding of financial markets to good use has seen him recently promoted to Adviser. Will studied Economics and Finance and AUT and has completed a PGDip in Business with a Personal Financial Planning endorsement. He is a member of Probiz Group and is in the process of establishing a forum for like-minded business professionals and next-gen decision-makers to connect. Outside of work, Will enjoys being active, whether its cricket, squash or tennis. He is also a keen DIYer, spending most weekends tweaking things around his house.

A Disclosure Statement is available, on request and free of charge.

Chris Tran

Associate Adviser

Qualifications 

• Authorised Financial Adviser (AFA)
• Bachelor of Commerce from Victoria University

Background

Chris has been a vital cog in the Rutherford Rede team since 2017. As an Associate Adviser, he works alongside Phil and Henry to ensure clients are taken care of to the highest possible standard

Prior to joining Rutherford Rede, Chris worked at Westpac in Consumer Banking. When he’s not busy delighting clients.

Chris enjoys spending time with friends exploring Auckland and is an avid traveller, spending as much time as he can on overseas holidays and seeing the world. He maintains a good level of fitness stemming from his days as a rugby player in Wellington and holds a keen interest in financial markets.

A Disclosure Statement is available, on request and free of charge.

Herna Woite

Senior Paraplanner

Qualifications 

• Bachelor of Commerce with a major in Financial Planning
• National Diploma in Accounting
• National Certificate in Bookkeeping
• Higher Certificate in Financial Planning
• First Level Regulatory Examination: Representative

Background

Herna leads a double life as Paraplanner by day and Excel superhero by night. A highly skilled coordinator, planner and spreadsheet extraordinaire, Herna’s superpowers include creating and developing financial planning policies and processes and streamlining internal processes. 

Herna joined the Rutherford Rede team in 2018 and works alongside Jocelyn. When Herna’s not providing exceptional client service and leaving everyone in awe, she enjoys spending time exploring the outdoors with her family and running around the squash court at her local Squash Club.

Fallon Howe

Paraplanner

Qualification

Bachelor of Accounting

Background

Fallon is our newest team member and joined Rutherford Rede at the beginning of 2019. As a Paraplanner, Fallon works alongside Richard, is a member of the Compliance Committee, and holds the coveted title of Best Baker. 

Prior to joining Rutherford Rede, Fallon worked in various large law firms in intellectual property while completing her Bachelor of Accountancy. 

Originally from Cape Town, South Africa, Fallon immigrated to New Zealand 12 years ago. She enjoys spending time outdoors exploring New Zealand with her husband and is an avid amateur photographer.

Frances O'Connor

Financial Administrator

Frances has been associated with the firm since 1997 and is responsible for Rutherford Rede’s financial administration. Frances is originally from South Africa and is married to Michael, a Zimbabwean by birth. While in Africa, they enjoyed many adventures in the southern African game parks, including kayaking and camping for days along the Zambezi River. They have a New Zealand-born son, Robert, who is completing his tertiary education in computer science and psychology at university. 

Out of work hours, Frances enjoys tramping, gardening (including keeping bees) and music. She is involved in the community through her role on the Board of the charity ME-CFS Support (Auckland) Inc.