Meet Damon, Financial Adviser at Thrive.
Damon Rusden, Financial Adviser.
Hi, Iām Damon!
I believe that the best financial advice is built on a foundation of trust and understanding. My path to becoming a financial advisor has been shaped by a diverse range of experiences, all centered on helping others. I started my career in Napier, working in government and assisting constituents, which taught me the importance of listening and truly understanding people's needs.
Following that, I spent many years working and traveling overseas. This period of my life included being a research fellow in Nepal, a teacher in Vietnam, working with a charity to support factory workers in Cambodia. Back in New Zealand, I continued my work with non-profits, first as a consultant for a small non-profit in Auckland and then working for St John in Christchurch.
These varied roles have equipped me with the unique skills needed to build strong relationships and provide empathetic, tailored advice to my clients today.