Liberty strengthens adviser support with key South Island appointment

Liberty welcomes Christchurch-based Michelle Kinilau as the new Business Development Manager for the South Island, bolstering the non-bank’s support for advisers in the area.

After a decade in banking and financial services, Ms Kinilau joins Liberty with a proven track record of building and nurturing successful professional relationships.

Ms Kinilau was previously a highly successful mortgage adviser in Christchurch, receiving industry recognition upon being named an NZ Adviser 2024 Elite Woman.

“I’m passionate about helping people and forming meaningful connections, and finance has been my vehicle for achieving this purpose. I’m committed to continuing in this endeavour as I step into this new role with Liberty,” Ms Kinilau said.

"Liberty's commitment to inclusion resonated with my own values. I was drawn to Liberty through their ability to find a solution for those customers who feel stuck or may have been turned away by traditional lenders."

Liberty CEO Aaron Skilton welcomed the appointment – a sign of further growth and continued dedication to supporting the adviser community.

“We are thrilled to welcome Michelle and see her extensive experience put to work to help more advisers find the solutions they need to support a wider range of customers.”

“Liberty’s investment in its people signifies our unwavering commitment to the mortgage adviser industry, and to helping more Kiwis find the lending solutions they need to realise their dreams.”

Liberty General Manager Igor Stychinsky said the addition of Ms Kinilau to the team further ensured Liberty is equipped with the skills, experience, and knowledge to best serve valued advisers and partners.

“We are now better positioned to deliver exceptional service and innovative solutions for customers’ changing needs," Mr Stychinsky said.