The GAF

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Scott Fitzpatrick presents The GAF. Essential conversations and frameworks for all advisers. Scott shares an insight into the 20 years of experience as a leader in the field of wealth advice. The essential conversations and frameworks for all professionals to develop and enhance their skills to work in the high net wealth space successfully. Join Scott fortnightly to delve into the essential conversations needed for all advisors to enhance their tool kits.

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May 27, 2026Episode 5347 min

Episode 52: A Modern Family Advisory Story - Peter and Lara

Please join Scott Fitzpatrick, Nim De Swardt, Kerrie Anderson and real life clients, Peter and Lara. This podcast brings to life the real story of complex families and the advisers who stand beside them. In this episode, we take you on a remarkable seven-year journey - a succession plan that unfolded over time, shaped by trust, complexity and unwavering commitment. This is a story of family handshake deals, hard work, resilience and navigating the realities that no textbook can prepare you for. It’s also a story of collaboration - where multiple advisers come together, each bringing their expertise, perspective and care - ultimately creating an outcome that none could have achieved alone. Settle in as we share the challenges, the turning points and the incredible final outcome of a journey that redefines what it means to advise modern families. https://www.linkedin.com/in/nimdeswardt/ nim@nimdeswardt.com

May 1, 2026Episode 5237 min

Episode 51: David Werdiger

On today’s episode of The Gaf Podcast, I’m joined by David Werdiger - author, trusted confidant to significant families and a key contributor to the Ultra High Net Wealth Institute. David shares his perspective on the skills required to work effectively with significant families, how he approaches family dynamics and all that the Ultra High Net Wealth Institute has to offer. If you’re an adviser looking to step into this space, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

April 24, 2026Episode 5138 min

Episode 50: Jason Chequer

In this episode, Scott Fitzpatrick sits down with Jason Chequer from the Linara Group for a wide‑ranging conversation on the evolving world of wealth management. Together, they explore the role of family offices, multi‑family offices, the changing expectations of high‑net‑worth clients and what the future holds for those managing complex wealth. The discussion goes deeper into what it truly means to be an integrator of wealth - bringing together the best expertise, structures, and strategies around the client. Scott and Jason unpack client‑centred principles, examining what clients genuinely value, how trust and outcomes are built, and how professional services should be priced in an increasingly demanding environment. This is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

December 18, 2025Episode 5036 min

Episode 49: Brian Fitzpatrick interviews Scott Fitzpatrick

Join us for the final GAF podcast of the year featuring the man himself; Scott Fitzpatrick ! In this episode the microphone has been turned: Brian Fitzpatrick - our Emotional Intelligence coach from The SAN team - sits down with Scott. Brian has been an integral part of Scott’s life - teacher, coach, matchmaker & mentor. In this candid conversation Scott shares his journey, his inspiration and people who have helped him along the way. Tune in to discover Scott’s insights, wisdom, and the gems that have shaped his path. For further information: 1. www.sanprofessionals.com.au 2. Scott Fitzpatrick Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/scott-fitzpatrick1 3. SAN Linkedin www.linkedin.com/company/significant-adviser-network

December 12, 2025Episode 4946 min

Episode 48: Scott Whitla

Join Scott for the latest episode of The GAF, featuring Scott Whitla, Partner at McCullough Robertson. A long-standing SAN member and expert in Succession Law and mediation, Scott shares valuable insights on Family Rule Books—what they are, how to create them, and why they matter for advisers working with significant families. It's an episode not to miss! For further information: sanprofessionals.com.au https://mccullough.com.au/staff_members/scott-whitla/

August 27, 2025Episode 4836 min

Episode 47: Diane Viola

Join Scott for our latest episode of The GAF where he chats with Diane Viola, from Positive Relating. Diane is a counsellor, coach and long time friend of Scott's who's passion and expertise lies in facilitating transformation in both individuals and families. In this podcast Diane shares her insights on working with families, along with suggestions on how an adviser in this space can look after themselves when having these often intense conversations with their clients. For advisers working with Significant Families this is an episode not to miss! For further information: 1. www.sanprofessionals.com.au 2. www.dianeviola.com

March 27, 2025Episode 4734 min

Episode 46: Nim de Swardt

Join us on this episode of the GAF as Scott chats with Nim de Swardt, narrative practitioner, non-exec director and strategic adviser. Nim shares her passion for inter-generational storytelling, from starting her journey with the 7th generation Bacardi family to now recording over 140 narratives for families. In addition to family storytelling, Nim's insights into the importance of personal branding and using the right narrative to describe who you are and what you do will compel you to have a closer look at what your LinkedIn profile really says about you. This fascinating episode is not to be missed!

December 10, 2024Episode 4632 min

Episode 45: Sarah Metcalf

Join us for the final podcast of the year as Scott chats with Sarah Metcalf from Collective Manifesto who gives us a fresh look at philanthropy. Sarah helps individuals, families and companies to 'give well' to causes that are important to them. As Sarah explains to Scott, philanthropy doesn't always mean giving money; it can be your time, treasure or talent. Just in time for Christmas, this podcast will have you thinking differently about philanthropy, how you can give and how, as an adviser, you can help your clients in this area.

October 10, 2024Episode 4543 min

Episode 44: David Werdiger

Joining Scott on this episode of The GAF is David Werdiger, author, speaker, adviser & entrepreneur. Scott and David chat about the exciting opportunity that exists for advisers to work with Significant Families and help them on their journey. David shares his extensive knowledge on the subject, it's an episode not to be missed! For further information: www.sanprofessionals.com.au www.davidwerdiger.com

September 27, 2024Episode 4431 min

Episode 43: Vanessa Stoykov

Join Scott on the latest episode of The GAF as he chats with Vanessa Stoykov, story-teller & CEO of Evolution Media. After 30 years in financial journalism, marketing & advertising, Vanessa has a depth of experience and knowledge of the industry and shares her insights and practical advice. Scott asks Vanessa for her top tips on personal brand building and how to position or re-position yourself in today's online world. It's an episode full of gems and not to be missed! For further information: 1. www.sanprofessionals.com.au 2. www.vanessastoykov.com.au