OUR VISION AT POSITIVE DYNAMICS
Our vision at Positive Dynamics is to give our clients the enthusiasm and security to chase and manifest their dreams. In essence we help people make smart decisions with their money. We’ve been helping people achieve results since 2006.
From our experience we find virtually all our clients are dedicated to their family and career, but are time poor. We find people are unclear of how different facets of their life can become out of balance; also they have no clear vision of what their future could look like. It is for these reasons that we are passionate and committed to helping our clients create a clear and bold vision for their future and work with them to make it a reality.
Our process highlight your strengths and identifies your dangers. With this we can structure a strategic path to a successful financial future and it is our vision to guide you down this path.
We also help people define and articulate their true desires.
Meet Our Team
Introducing our team of friendly advisers and customer service
representatives, dedicated to helping you.
Our Directors
Vanessa Jansen
Founding Director / Financial Planner
ASIC: 471632
A born entrepreneur, Vanessa has made a name for herself in the arena of finance. Not wanting to be tied down Vanessa said goodbye to the comfort of the corporate world at age 24. As Vanessa had completed a Bachelor degree in Business Majoring in Banking & Finance with an Extended Major in Accounting through the Queensland University of Technology (QUT), the finance sector was calling. Developing a reputation for helping people reach their goals and dreams, people quickly began to take notice. In 2008 Financial Wisdom named Vanessa Rising Star of the Year for the States of Qld & NT, and in 2010 Rising Star of the Year Nationally. She was also nominated Rising Star of the Year for the AFA and was short listed in the top 20 advisers nationally. Vanessa is also a member of the Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) qualifying at the highest international level. Vanessa’s passion is to build long lasting relationships with her clients while guiding them towards wealth. Vanessa’s clients enjoy the success and free time with their families they desire and they retire in style.
Dane Jansen
Managing Partner / Responsible Manager
ASIC: 323704
Developing a reputation of working with professional athletes, helping them to take the big leap and strategically enhance their future. Dane embraces his leadership skills to provide guidance to his clients giving them the confidence and conviction to achieve financial success. Working in the construction industry for many years Dane has a wealth of experience running business and leading people. In 2007 Dane completed a Diploma of Financial Services (Financial Planning) and was appointed as an Authorised Representative and licenced Financial Adviser. Dane began helping people realise their potential and implementing financial strategies and pathways to wealth. Dane is a member of the Million Dollar Round Table, representing the top 6% of advisers internationally.
Advisory Team
Ian Littler
Financial Planner
ASIC: 345601
Having worked as a Senior account manager for various Radio stations in Brisbane for many years, tailoring advertising and promotion campaigns for small business owners and advertising agencies, I have gained valuable experience to be able to relate to people from all walks of life. This then lead to change in my career starting in financial planning 8 years ago with a private practice in Brisbane. I have always had a passion to help people on their journey through life and in particularly their financial goals and aspirations, which includes being financially independent in retirement. Since starting my career in Financial Planning I have completed a diploma and Advance diploma in Financial Planning, and Specialist accreditation in SMSF. I have also enrolled to complete a Masters in Financial Planning. I look forward to helping new clients with their financial journey.
Anthony Wolfenden
Financial Planner
ASIC: 1242381
With a 30 year history working with large corporations and his own companies both in Australia and Internationally, Anthony has extensive experience in business development, property investment, equity and option markets. Retiring from full time employment with one of the world’s largest technology companies at age 40 Anthony has since devoted his time to helping is friends, colleagues and clients achieve their lifetime financial and business goals. Anthony sees the amazing products provided by the experts as Positive Dynamics as being a natural fit with his extensive domestic and international experience and the best way to bring exceptionally sound financial advice in challenging times to people who need it. Anthony holds two bachelor degrees as well as a diploma of financial planning.
Bart Ryan
Operations Manager / Senior Paraplanner
ASIC: 1251842
Working in a variety of different industries before joining Positive Dynamics in early 2015, Bart has brought practical and real world experience to the team. With a passion for finance and helping people, a career in Financial Planning was a natural fit. With the decision to further his education, Bart graduated from Griffith University in 2016 studying a Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Financial Planning and Management. Bart has proven himself to be a valuable asset to Positive Dynamics, starting with administration and customer service and moving into a strategy position as a paraplanner. Bart’s passion and strengths in strategy and planning have made him an exceptional paraplanner and dynamic member of the team. Since then Bart has demonstrated a wealth of knowledge accumulated from his degree and different roles in the company. Bart has now moved into a multi role position of senior paraplanner, investment manager and operations manager, where his results-driven motivation and natural leadership will help Positive Dynamics continue to reach their goals and provide the best for our clients.
SEVERIANO ZATTA
Financial Associate
ASIC: 1259315
With a history of Management and a Bachelor degree of Business from Griffith University, Sevy joined the Positive Dynamics team in early 2016. Working closely with Positive Dynamics in his previous Operations Manager role of a property firm, he took a liking to the organisational culture and developed a passion for Financial Planning and helping others. Sevy’s talents of building relationships and understanding long term financial strategies made him a perfect fit. After additionally completing a Diploma of Financial Services (Financial Planning), he soon became an Authorised Representative for Positive Dynamics. Sevy’s ability to work tirelessly to achieve our client’s goals makes him an outstanding asset to the team.
Specialist Support Team
HAYLEY ORCHARD
Executive Assistant
CLAIRE BOOTHBY
Junior Paraplanner
HARDIK SHETH
Associate / Client Services Officer
CAITLYN DURRANT
Client Services Officer
Specialist Support Team
JOHN WILSHERE
Global Business Development
Graduating from Mount Carmel College (Charters Towers) in 1996, John was recruited by rugby league teams in the Queensland Cup. With his superior on field talent and the commencement of Super League John was contracted with Western Australian super league franchise Western Reds. After the Rugby League restructure and the birth of the National Rugby League John played for Melbourne and St George. With the offer to play in England, John moved to the UK. Spending one season each with Warrington Wolves and the Leigh Centurions, John found his true home with Salford City Reds. In 2009 John retired from rugby league but not before becoming Salford’s specialist goal-kicker. John Wilshere is a household name in Papua New Guinea, where rugby league is the national sport. He has represented his country (Papua New Guinea) many times and was a key player and captain in their squad at the 2008 Rugby League World Cup. After his successful sporting career John has held senior roles as Community Liaison for a number of large international companies. Through his playing career John always thought he needed more financial guidance, this is the reason he sort out Positive Dynamics. Johns wants all athletes to have the opportunity to have amazing financial guidance. John transitions his captaincy/leadership skills into guiding athletes into making smarter decisions with their money so they too can have an outstanding life after sport.