David Alder

Director & Financial Adviser

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I founded Alder & Partners Private Wealth Management in 2010 and have worked in the Australian securities industry since 2001. As a Director, Financial Adviser and member of the Investment Committee, I bring extensive experience and a steady, thoughtful approach to helping clients make smart financial decisions.

I specialise in strategic, technical and investment advice, with expertise in self-managed superannuation and portfolio management across equities, REITs, fixed interest, ETFs and managed funds. I’m passionate about helping clients navigate complexity with clarity and confidence.

Outside work, I enjoy restoring old cars, playing indoor soccer, supporting Liverpool and the West Coast Eagles, and spending time with my family.

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I have been a client of David and Alder and Partners Private Wealth Management since 2017. He and his team worked tirelessly to sort out a very complicated financial situation I was left with and not only rectified the problems but totally reorganised and restructured the entire portfolio where David’s investment skills managed to grow the portfolio well beyond my wildest expectations. However, apart from the financial gain, it’s also about the trust, respect, diligence and his genuine concern for his client’s financial future. I value and have always acted on David’s advice, which has proven solid, logical and well thought out. I can’t recommend David and Alder and Partners highly enough and I look forward to continuing my relationship with David and the company for many years to come.

Shauna

We’ve always been hesitant to use financial planners but as we were approaching the end of our working life we wanted to be sure that our financial affairs were in order. After talking to a friend whose financial savvy I’ve respected, he suggested that we talk to David Alder. Since engaging David and his team at Alder Partners, we have reviewed our financial and investment strategies. Recently we’ve together created a comprehensive retirement plan and now are reassured about our future. We feel well supported by David and his colleagues who go well beyond providing basic financial support. We are confident in recommending Alder and Partner’s financial services.

Peter and Catie

We have entrusted David Alder with our financial advice and management for approaching on 10 years now. In that time David has always provided us with sound and clear advice. We have been very happy with our portfolio’s performance. We have found David to be approachable, supportive and friendly. We would not hesitate in recommending David’s and Alder & Partners’ services to anyone looking for quality financial advice.

Tony and Jane

My husband Steve and I have been lucky enough to have had David Alder as our financial advisor since the launch of Alder and Partners Wealth Management. David and his team have been very helpful navigating all aspects of our financial situation encompassing sound advice on state management as well as investment advice. We would like to emphasize that Alder and Partners encompass all aspects of our family dynamics regarding financial matters and we are very happy with their high degree of professionalism and discretion. We would highly recommend Alder and Partners.

Liz and Steve

I have employed David Alder as my financial adviser for nearly two decades. David is passionate about his industry, well informed and communicates well and in a timely fashion with clients. Most importantly he achieves significant success with his investment strategy that has set us up for the rest of our lives. I highly recommend David to prospective clients.

Andrew and Joan

Maggie Petrie

Client Services Manager

After 10 years in Perth real estate, I swapped property portfolios for people power at Alder & Partners as our Client Services Manager—and haven’t looked back. My superpowers? Empathy, integrity, transparency, and cracking a good joke at just the right moment.

Outside the office, I am a history-loving hiker, a passionate home cook, and a proud mum of three grown kids who never say no to a dinner invite.

Fun fact: I once sang in the WA Symphony Orchestra Chorus and got bitten by a redback spider mid-performance of Handel’s Messiah at the Perth Concert Hall. Talk about commitment to the arts!

Linda Katskindarakis

Client Services Manager

With over 25 years of experience in client service management within the finance sector, I bring a wealth of expertise in delivering exceptional front-line support and fostering lasting client relationships. As a Client Service Manager, I play a pivotal role in shaping the client experience, ensuring every interaction reflects the professionalism and integrity of Alder & Partners.

I understand that meaningful client engagement is vital to building trust and driving business success. My deep understanding of financial services, combined with a passion for helping people, allows me to anticipate client needs, resolve inquiries efficiently and create a welcoming environment that supports both clients and colleagues.

Whether coordinating appointments, managing communications, or supporting operational processes, I consistently demonstrate a commitment to excellence, confidentiality, and client satisfaction.

Kerialea Bryde

Paraplanner

I stepped into the financial services industry in January 2020 just before COVID turned the world upside down – what a time to learn about markets, resilience, and the value of good financial advice! Starting out as a receptionist, I quickly moved into client services and now thrive in my current role as a paraplanner at Alder & Partners, which I have been a member of the team since January 2023.

Having worked with firms across Queensland and Western Australia, I bring a wealth of experience across superannuation, investments, and insurance. I’ve worked with a wide range of clients – from families and farmers to medical professionals and high-net-worth individuals – and love helping turn complex strategies into clear, actionable advice.

When I am not deep in financial research or preparing advice documents, you’ll likely find me soaking up a sunset at the beach or spending time with family back in Queensland.

Simone Martin

Senior Paraplanner

I have worked in financial planning since 2016 and bring a broad mix of experience to the role, having worked as a paraplanner, associate adviser, and compliance manager. This background gives me a practical understanding of both the technical and client-focused sides of advice.

As a Senior Paraplanner, I support the advice team by preparing clear, thoughtful strategies tailored to each client’s goals. I enjoy the structure and detail involved in paraplanning and take pride in delivering advice that is practical, compliant, and easy to understand.

Outside of work, I a mum to two young girls. I am a classically trained flutist who has been playing since I was nine and recently picked up piano as a secondary instrument, continuing to enjoy music as a creative outlet. I also enjoy spending time outdoors, particularly hiking long trails when time allows.

Melissa Ormsby

Senior Paraplanner

With over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry, I’ve built a career around supporting the delivery of high-quality, tailored advice that helps clients make confident, informed financial decisions.

As a Senior Paraplanner, I work closely with our Financial Advisers to develop strategic advice for a diverse range of clients, from individual investors and family offices to not-for-profit organisations. I have a particular focus on retirement and wealth planning, and I take pride in turning complex financial modelling into clear, practical recommendations that align with each client’s goals.

I have strong technical expertise in financial planning software and enjoy building custom templates and workflows that improve efficiency and ensure consistency in the advice process.

I’m also passionate about mentoring and supporting junior paraplanners and client service team members. Sharing my knowledge, especially around projections, modelling, and process improvement, is something I find genuinely rewarding.

Integrity, respect, and professionalism guide the way I work. Whether I’m supporting our Advisers or working behind the scenes on a client strategy, my goal is always the same: to contribute to advice that’s thoughtful, effective, and grounded in what matters most to our clients.

Judit Law

Head of Advice & Professional Standards

As Head of Advice and Professional Standards, I’m responsible for overseeing the preparation and delivery of our advice documents, ensuring they meet the highest standards of clarity, compliance, and strategic quality.

I’ve worked in the financial services industry since 1999, and over that time I’ve developed deep expertise across a range of areas including superannuation and retirement income, debt management, estate planning, insurance, corporate and trust structures, aged care, and social security.

I’m passionate about helping our team deliver advice that is not only technically robust, but also truly aligned with each client’s individual circumstances and goals. I take a methodical, detail-oriented approach to my work, and I’m driven by a genuine desire to solve complex problems in a way that brings clarity and peace of mind to both our Advisers and our clients.

Consistency, quality, and integrity are at the heart of everything I do. I take pride in being a trusted resource within the business and in playing a part in delivering advice that makes a meaningful difference in our clients’ lives.