Vanessa’s first brush with financial planning and proper risk management happened when she was three years old. When both she and her sister were diagnosed with cancer at the same time, her family scrambled to ensure they had enough to tide them over on a rainy day. But with proper insurance, her family did not have to shoulder the full cost of hospitalisation alone, which could have caused a setback to their dreams.
Having learnt the value of proper risk management at a young age, Vanessa decided to pursue a career in financial advisory. Her degree in mathematical science equipped her with a good foundation in numbers needed for this industry as well.
Vanessa believes that everyone should take control of their own health, and enjoys using both her skills in financial advisory and her experience as a sports person to help her clients achieve the best advisory and care experience they can get. Today, Vanessa is a financial advisor with 2 years of experience under her belt.
As a strong advocate for the LGBTQ+ community who understands how external judgement towards one’s sexual orientation can diminish a person’s confidence, Vanessa aims to help the community achieve their goals and the life they want. She enjoys outdoor activities, visits the gym daily, and volunteers as a dragon boat coach for people with physical disabilities in her free time.
Achievements
- Producer Club | 2023
- Associate Financial Planner (AFP)®
- Bachelor of Science, Mathematical Sciences