Our Team

Welcome to the Insight Financial Advisers family.

Our Financial Advisers

Jason Ball

Partner | Financial Adviser

CFP®

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Tim Wilkes

Partner | Financial Adviser

BBus AdvDipFS(FP)

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Darren Starr

Financial Adviser

DipFP

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Our Client Services Team

Karen Elliot-Smith

Client Services
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Kay Stahlhut

Client Services
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Sharon Thompson

Receptionist
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Jason Ball

CFP®

Partner | Financial Adviser

Jason is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) with a passion for helping his clients take control of their personal situation and provides financial solutions that meet their specific needs. 

Jason started in financial services in 1997 and continues to ensure that his clients can go and do what they do best knowing their personal finances are being looked after.

Outside of the office, Jason keeps active playing squash each week and the occasional game of golf. On the weekends, Jason can be found spending countless hours outdoors in his backyard. Living on acreage makes this a full-time job!

Jason is a passionate sports fan and follows the local Gold Coast Titans team in the NRL. Jason is also a keen follower of rugby union and English football (soccer). Jason is married to Tamara and has three children who are almost all grown up now.

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Tim Wilkes

BBus AdvDipFS(FP)

Partner | Financial Adviser

Tim is a strong believer that Financial Advisers can make a positive difference in people’s lives and makes every effort to simplify the entire retirement process. He feels retirement should not be a scary time and if he can help people feel in control, rather than overwhelmed, then he has done his job. He started in Financial Services in 2001 and has been recognised with several awards throughout his career,  acknowledging his success with clients and professional partners. 

Tim holds a Bachelor of Business from the University of Newcastle as well as a Diploma of Financial Services (Financial Planning) and an Advanced Diploma of Financial Services (Financial Planning). He is also a member of the Financial Advice Association of Australia. 

On a personal side he was born and raised in NSW but moved to QLD in 2013 to seek out more sunshine. When not at work he is enjoying time with his young daughter or canine companion. So far, the fur baby (a not so little Weimaraner) has proven the more difficult to raise. In any spare time, he enjoys lazing around at the beach, sneaking in a game of golf, or going mountain biking.

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Darren Starr

DipFP

Financial Adviser

As a highly experienced Financial Adviser, Darren has been helping his clients achieve financial independence and meeting retirement goals through honest, accurate and strategic advice for many years. 

Recognised for his ability to listen and understand his clients needs, he is committed to developing long term relationships with his clients through exceptional advice and ongoing assistance.

Darren holds a Diploma in Financial Services (Financial Planning) and is looking forward to using his knowledge and experience to help you meet your financial goals and enjoy the retirement lifestyle you desire.

Darren was raised in country NSW before moving to Sydney to start his first real job at age 18. This is where he met his wife Kim. Darren eventually saw the light and moved to the Gold Coast in 1998, however still supports the Blues in State of Origin. He has an adult son and daughter who are about to start their own careers. He is also an avid sports watcher, who still attempts to play golf and cricket in his spare time.

Karen Eliot-Smith

Karen Elliot-Smith

Client Services

Karen is a valued member of our “engine room” who thrives on the problem-solving aspects of her role. She loves nothing more than collaborating with her peers to find better ways of engaging with our clients. After 30 years in financial planning, she still gets a thrill from helping our clients achieve their goals. 

On her time off, Karen enjoys a round of golf with her husband, a lunch date with friends or catching up with family.

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Kay Stahlhut

Client Services

Kay’s role is assisting financial advisers create financial security for their clients. Kay has over 20 years of valued experience in the financial planning industry, which is beneficial to the overall smooth running of our office. When not working, Kay enjoys spending time with her 3 daughters and their families along with travelling and experiencing new adventures with her partner.
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Sharon Thompson

Receptionist

Sharon joined Insight in 2019 and really enjoys the front of office role and meeting people. She likes making you feel welcome and at ease from the moment your call is answered or you walk in our door and she’ll happily make you a mean cup of coffee! 

Country NSW born and bred, and only a recent resident of Queensland, Sharon now considers the Gold Coast as the only place in the world to be.