Madison Update – 24 March
Commercial in confidence
We have had no material changes regarding the sale since yesterday’s communication. Interested parties will have until Friday to provide their updated bids. We’re continuing to stay close to Bob and the team at PwC to ensure we remain on top of the process to find an appropriate owner for Madison. I still have a weekly update with ASIC and they appreciate the regular contact. They have no pressing concerns. PwC also have regular contact with ASIC and have provided additional confirmation to the Regulator that we are meeting all our AFSL obligations (we are). Please know, the Madison adviser reputation is highly regarded, especially the way you have held together during this process. Our conduct as a community has been recognised by our industry peers and colleagues. In times like this, it’s important to take a moment and celebrate the good things.
We hope you can join us tomorrow at 11am for our weekly update about the Madison sale. Please CLICK HERE to register once for the recurring webinar. Please send through any questions.
Yesterday saw the implementation of the Government’s unprecedented steps to attempt to slow the spread of Covid-19. Whilst these measures have reduced our contact with others, it is important to remember what we all need in relation to human interaction. In an article titled “The health benefits of strong relationships” by Harvard Health Publishing, studies show that social connections not only give us pleasure, they also influence our long-term health in ways every bit as powerful as adequate sleep, a good diet, and not smoking.
With this in mind, the Madison team had our first all-digital team meeting yesterday. We’ve had online meetings before but in our isolation, we’ve noticed a difference in energy when we are able to see each other’s faces, rather than just hearing voices.
We would love to see how you and your business are keeping your team connected. Please send through your photos and ideas to adviserservices@madisonfg.com.
Our Corporate Partners are also preparing operational updates on their support for you, your business and clients. Click on the below links to read through what we have received so far;
Netwealth
BT Platforms
Nikko Asset Management
MLC have produced information regarding the protocols required to support the Government’s early access to superannuation initiative. CLICK HERE to read. Thank you to John Francis, Halcyon Wealth Advisers for sourcing this information.
We have also updated our Adviser Guide to include protocols for providing and recording verbal advice. CLICK HERE to read through.
Zurich/OnePath are running a series of webinars on running a virtual office specific to the needs of Advisers. Each Q&A style session, co-hosted with virtual office veteran Peita Diamantidis, will cover a different virtual office challenge each week. Starting tomorrow at 12pm these sessions will run every Tuesday at midday for the next two weeks. CLICK HERE to register.
The team at Collective Minds are hosting a free 90min online mindset session on 26 March at midday, “Mindset Mastery During A Pandemic – How To Be The Calm In The Chaos”. This session will provide the tools to manage difficult emotions, stay connected, keeping your mind resilient and focus on what it can control. CLICK HERE to register.
Each day we receive calls, messages and emails from our community and we are very grateful for your support. I’m always taken by the generosity of the Madison community spirit. I’d like to personally thank Anthea Fordham, Anthony McAleer, Naomi Alletson, John Francis, Troy Scott, Alan Giumelli, James Totonjian, Phil Henderson & Phil Clinton for their “check-in” calls in the last 24 hours. It’s good to know none of us are alone.
Contact numbers
Head Office 1300 789 575
Jaime 0439 079 786
Kerry 0402 145 480
Dave 0466 710 170
Sincerely,
Annick
0409 706 963
CLICK HERE to read a list of things you can do to create a successful remote working environment for yourself and your team.
Madison Update – 24 March
Commercial in confidence
We have had no material changes regarding the sale since yesterday’s communication. Interested parties will have until Friday to provide their updated bids. We’re continuing to stay close to Bob and the team at PwC to ensure we remain on top of the process to find an appropriate owner for Madison. I still have a weekly update with ASIC and they appreciate the regular contact. They have no pressing concerns. PwC also have regular contact with ASIC and have provided additional confirmation to the Regulator that we are meeting all our AFSL obligations (we are). Please know, the Madison adviser reputation is highly regarded, especially the way you have held together during this process. Our conduct as a community has been recognised by our industry peers and colleagues. In times like this, it’s important to take a moment and celebrate the good things.
We hope you can join us tomorrow at 11am for our weekly update about the Madison sale. Please CLICK HERE to register once for the recurring webinar. Please send through any questions.
Yesterday saw the implementation of the Government’s unprecedented steps to attempt to slow the spread of Covid-19. Whilst these measures have reduced our contact with others, it is important to remember what we all need in relation to human interaction. In an article titled “The health benefits of strong relationships” by Harvard Health Publishing, studies show that social connections not only give us pleasure, they also influence our long-term health in ways every bit as powerful as adequate sleep, a good diet, and not smoking.
With this in mind, the Madison team had our first all-digital team meeting yesterday. We’ve had online meetings before but in our isolation, we’ve noticed a difference in energy when we are able to see each other’s faces, rather than just hearing voices.
We would love to see how you and your business are keeping your team connected. Please send through your photos and ideas to adviserservices@madisonfg.com.
Our Corporate Partners are also preparing operational updates on their support for you, your business and clients. Click on the below links to read through what we have received so far;
Netwealth
BT Platforms
Nikko Asset Management
MLC have produced information regarding the protocols required to support the Government’s early access to superannuation initiative. CLICK HERE to read. Thank you to John Francis, Halcyon Wealth Advisers for sourcing this information.
We have also updated our Adviser Guide to include protocols for providing and recording verbal advice. CLICK HERE to read through.
Zurich/OnePath are running a series of webinars on running a virtual office specific to the needs of Advisers. Each Q&A style session, co-hosted with virtual office veteran Peita Diamantidis, will cover a different virtual office challenge each week. Starting tomorrow at 12pm these sessions will run every Tuesday at midday for the next two weeks. CLICK HERE to register.
The team at Collective Minds are hosting a free 90min online mindset session on 26 March at midday, “Mindset Mastery During A Pandemic – How To Be The Calm In The Chaos”. This session will provide the tools to manage difficult emotions, stay connected, keeping your mind resilient and focus on what it can control. CLICK HERE to register.
Each day we receive calls, messages and emails from our community and we are very grateful for your support. I’m always taken by the generosity of the Madison community spirit. I’d like to personally thank Anthea Fordham, Anthony McAleer, Naomi Alletson, John Francis, Troy Scott, Alan Giumelli, James Totonjian, Phil Henderson & Phil Clinton for their “check-in” calls in the last 24 hours. It’s good to know none of us are alone.
Contact numbers
Head Office 1300 789 575
Jaime 0439 079 786
Kerry 0402 145 480
Dave 0466 710 170
Sincerely,
Annick
0409 706 963
CLICK HERE to read a list of things you can do to create a successful remote working environment for yourself and your team.