Who we are.
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
Our focus is to make our clients feel at ease when working with us. Trust and Confidence is the lifeblood of our business.
Cameron Bishop
CFP® (B.Bus, Financial Planning)
Director & Principal Financial Adviser
Cameron started working in the financial planning profession in 2012 where he held a number of senior roles in Management and Senior Financial Planning positions at National Australia Bank, MLC Limited and IOOF.
He is passionate about educating and improving the financial literacy of Australians and demystifying the complexities of personal finance. Cameron is extremely interested in all things health and wellbeing and hence Sonder Advisory was born, allowing Cameron the opportunity to align his craft to his passion. Cameron enjoys the “human side” of financial advice and is motivated by a sense of service to help improve the lives and financial well-being of his clients.
Cameron is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® which is the highest designation within the industry and a member of the Financial Planning Association of Australia (FPA). He holds a Bachelor of Business with a major in Financial Planning and has completed the Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority (FASEA) certification, committing to a lifetime standard of ethical practice.
Outside of the office, you’ll often find Cameron running around the tan, strumming his acoustic guitar or reading a book with a strong coffee in hand. Cameron values experiences in life such as travelling off the beaten track, spending time with loved ones and pursuing a life of continuous learning and self-improvement so that he can best help others.
Stuart Wilkinson
CFP® (B.Bus, Financial Planning/
Financial Management)
Director & Principal Financial Adviser
Stuart has been working in the financial planning industry since 2012, during which time he has held a number of positions which has enabled him to build his analytical and strategy first approach to financial planning. Most recently holding Senior Financial Advisor positions with the National Australia Bank, MLC Limited and IOOF. His passion lies in building meaningful and lasting relationships and he embraces the true meaning of Sonder. Stuart thrives on getting to know people, understand their story and help tailor a solution for them.
Stuart holds a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® designation which is the highest designation within the industry and is a member of the Financial Planning Association of Australia (FPA). He has completed a Bachelor of Business with a major in Financial Planning and Financial Management. Stuart has also completed the Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority (FASEA) certification, committing to a lifetime standard of ethical practice.
In his spare time, Stuart loves sneaking in a round of golf and exploring new restaurants with friends and family. He is an amateur red wine and whiskey connoisseur and is always open to new recommendations. Stuart loves spending time with his young family and enjoying the constant changing pace of life that comes with a young family.
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Tuy Nguyen
CFP® (B.Bus, Financial Planning)
Director & Principal Financial Adviser
Tuy commenced his financial advice career in 2001. Over the last 20+ years, Tuy has worked with a range of financial advice businesses ranging from boutiques to Multinational businesses, namely National Australia Bank, MLC and Insignia Financial.
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Tuy loves the romance of financial advice – working with his clients for the long term, seeing them grow, build their families, get married, buy their next property and live a long retirement with plenty of holidays.
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Tuy’s appetite for knowledge around financial legislation and strategy allows him build comprehensive game plans focussed on family, lifestyle and what is important to his clients. By understanding the short-, medium- and long-term impact of different financial decisions - Tuy is able to work with his clients to make good choices with money.
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Tuy holds a Bachelor of Business in financial planning, is a Certified Financial Planner® and has completed the Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority (FASEA) certification.
Tuy is a family man with interest in wellness, mindfulness and fitness. Once he turned 40, he gave up on his dream of entering the NBA (the National Basketball Association). You may see his daughter pop into some virtual meetings, he will try never to let this happen, but she is the boss.
Ryan James
G.DipFP & B.Com (Finance)
Director & Principal Financial Adviser
Ryan embarked on his journey into financial planning in 2019 with the National Australia Bank/MLC Limited, later transitioning to a boutique advisory firm, Wealth Architects, in 2021.
Before financial planning, Ryan managed his own business, 'The Battery Doctor,' a thriving family-owned automotive battery venture.
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Given his proficiency in building a small to medium-sized business, Ryan understands the challenges faced by business owners. He empowers his clients to pursue their aspirations, crafting comprehensive financial plans with a holistic approach.
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Ryan leads by example, embodying Sonder values through his commitment to a balanced lifestyle. He understands the interconnection between financial, physical, and mental well-being, advocating for their combined consideration and prioritisation.
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Academically, Ryan holds a Bachelor of Commerce, specialising in Finance, complemented by a Graduate Diploma of Financial Planning. He is a respected member of the Australian Tax Practitioner's Board and has completed the Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority (FASEA) certification, demonstrating his dedication to lifelong ethical practice.
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Outside of work, you’ll generally find Ryan out running, playing football (AFL) for his local side or in the gym. He cherishes spending quality time with loved ones and exploring new places.
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