Prosperity Advisers Group, Lush Wealth and Bridges Financial Services are amongst the businesses recognised in this year’s IFA Excellence Awards 2025 finalist list.

Christine Lusher of Lush Wealth and Catriona Graham of Bridges Financial Services have been recognised for Regional Adviser of the Year against a list of Australia-wide advisers. 

Prosperity Advisers Group’s Associate Director, Ben Travers has been shortlisted in the Investment Adviser of the Year category. 

The IFA Excellence Awards recognise the nation’s top financial advice professionals and firms.

Previously awarded Investment Adviser of the Year in the 2022 IFA Excellence Awards, Ben said he is honoured to again be recognised amongst Australia’s leading advisers.

“Providing financial advice is about building trust and creating clarity for clients. I’m passionate

about helping people make confident financial decisions that align with their goals and values,” Ben said.

Prosperity Director of Financial Services, Hamish Landreth praised Ben’s achievement.

“Ben’s nomination is a fantastic recognition of his professionalism and the outstanding client

experience he delivers. It’s also a proud moment for Prosperity, following our milestone of

surpassing $1 billion in Funds Under Management, a testament to the trust our clients place

in our team,” Hamish said.

The awards are judged based on quantitative and qualitative information and acknowledge the growth, business development, diversity, leadership, innovation, business excellence and contribution of each individual or business to  Australia’s financial advice sector.

The awards ceremony will take place on Thursday, 4 December 2025.

IMAGE | Associate Director at Prosperity Advisers Group, Ben Travers has been shortlisted in the Investment Adviser of the Year category.