Guggenheimer replaces Kirk at AMP
AMP Financial Planning (AMPFP) has appointed Michael Guggenheimer as its new managing director in the wake of Greg Kirk’s imminent departure to join Genesys Wealth Advisers.
The news comes a little over a week after it was reported that Guggenheimer would fill the managing director’s position at AMPFP on a temporary basis while the firm searched for a permanent replacement for Kirk.
The appointment means Guggenheimer will move from his role as director of AMPFP franchise into the managing directorship of the organisation immediately, where he will be responsible for the strategic leadership, governance and financial performance of the business.
Guggenheimer’s industry experience was one of the main factors behind his appointment. He has been with AMP since 1996 and has held several senior roles including managing director of AMP Bank.
AMP director of advice based distribution Steve Helmich said: “Michael has established a strong track record as a very capable and highly regarded senior manager within AMP.”
Helmich added that Guggenheimer’s solid relationship with the AMPFP advisory network would stand him in good stead for his new position.
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