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What do you most like about your role at AES?

Knowing that the work we do is going to make a real positive impact on people’s lives, and it’s our job to make them realise it.

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I played the clarinet to grade 4, mainly because I was too small to hold a saxophone.

What do you do for fun?

I enjoy seeing friends, playing and watching football, running, going to the gym, and hiking.

What's the best thing you ever spent your money on?

Going to friends’ weddings.

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

I wanted to be a forensic crime scene investigator.

What do you most like about your role at AES?

The amazing privilege of making a difference in people’s lives.

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

I hadn’t a clue, but helping others was always a priority!

What's the best thing you ever spent your money on?

Amazing holidays, making memories, and creating great life experiences!

What do you most like about your role at AES?

The fulfilment of assisting clients in resolving their challenges, alongside fostering a collaborative team environment drives us towards collective achievements.

What do you do for fun?

I enjoy hanging out with friends, sipping cold drinks, and singing karaoke into the night.

What's the best thing you ever spent your money on?

I've managed to invest in my own house and lot back in the Philippines, which has truly been a rewarding use of my finances.

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

A lounge singer - to perform in front of an audience and bring them joy through my voice.

What's your favourite book?

The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini. 

Describe your perfect day.

Strong coffee, a healthy-ish breakfast, and a day with family and close friends - ideally doing something fun and laughing from start to finish.

What do you like most about your role at AES?

The people - colleagues and clients - and the constant sharing of knowledge and experience. Even after 34 years, I still learn something new every day.

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I’ve saved two people’s lives.

What do you do for fun?

Cook and socialise with family and friends - add travel and it’s even better. Also, golf with the boys.

What's the best thing you ever spent your money on?

Head says my MBA and my family’s education. Heart says our family home in Dubai.

Describe your perfect day.

I'd wake up in a hotel during a few days away with my wife. I'd read, exercise, swim, and find a new place to eat in the evening. If we're still in the Emirates, I'd find a historical monument or museum to explore.

What do you most like about your role at AES?

I enjoy speaking to new people every day about what we do and learning what they want to achieve.

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I play the piano and guitar.

What do you do for fun?

I enjoy reading, exercising, and playing music. Plus, watching football on TV.

What's your favourite book?

Bonfire of the Vanities by Tom Wolfe.

What do you most like about your role at AES?

I love the technological workspace and enjoy the dynamics of business processes, which demand creative thinking to solve issues and optimise workflows. It's never a boring day.

What do you do for fun?

I enjoy watching Sci-Fi movies or tech content on YouTube and attending music gigs with friends and family.

What's the best thing you ever spent your money on?

The best purchase I've made is a Yamaha THR II 3-in-1 Guitar Amp. 

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

In secondary school, I wanted to be a doctor. In high school, I aspired to be an engineer.

What's your favourite book?

Power of Your Mind by Chris Oyakhilome.

Describe your perfect day.

Relaxing on an island beach with crystal clear water.

What do you most like about your role at AES?

Helping people improve their health to make each day a little bit better.

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I'm allergic to Kiwis and have an irrational fear of whales. 

What's the best thing you ever spent your money on?

Every plane ticket that I've ever bought.

What's your favourite book?

This is a hard one, but I think it has to be Unnatural Causes by Dr Richard Shepherd.

What do you most like about your role at AES?

I love the opportunity to learn new things, help others and face challenges dealing with providers and trustees.

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I love collecting scented candles to help reduce my stress.

What do you do for fun?

Playing darts and listening to music.

What's the best thing you ever spent your money on?

I bought my dream house and opened an Index account as my investment/savings.

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

A nurse.

What do you most like about your role at AES?

I find great fulfilment in meeting potential clients and helping them achieve their financial goals, driving our business growth.

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I'm a triplet!

What do you do for fun?

I lift heavy weights to stay active and energised.

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

A football journalist.

What's your favourite book?

Can't Hurt Me by David Goggins.

Describe your perfect day.

Up early, a huge CrossFit session, followed by a pool day with my wife and daughter and then a cinema trip in the evening.

What do you most like about your role at AES?

I’m a problem solver and love sitting down with the data and the client’s “problem” and working out how we can fix that.

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I’m a level 2 CSIA-qualified ski instructor.

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

Zoo keeper.

What's your favourite book?

The Obstacle Is the Way by Ryan Holiday.

Describe your perfect day.

A perfect day would be enjoying my delicious hot Spanish latte in front of a beautiful nature view while listening to my Ed Sheeran playlist.

What do you most like about your role at AES?

I love learning new things and making a meaningful impact by addressing challenges and helping clients. 

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I learned how to swim when I was 25. 

What do you do for fun?

I love going to new places and trying out restaurants and cafes with family and friends. 

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

A poet.

What do you most like about your role at AES?

The chance to work with and help people from all walks of life.

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I’m a twin.

What’s the best thing you’ve ever spent your money on?

My health insurance (I once faced a 400,000-euro bill).

What’s your favourite book?

The Kennedys by Thomas Maier.

Describe your perfect day.

Being able to lighten up somebody's day or make people smile.

What do you most like about your role at AES?

Solving clients' complex issues and making a difference in people's lives. 

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I've recently started learning how to play golf. 

What do you do for fun? 

Sharing laughter with the people I care about.

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

A lawyer.

Describe your perfect day.

My perfect day nowadays would involve being surrounded by family, hosting a BBQ, enjoying good food and drink, probably with Wales playing rugby on TV in the background... hopefully winning.

What do you most like about your role at AES?

I like that my role touches every element of our business. It challenges me to continually learn new things as we evolve.

What do you do for fun?

If I get time, I enjoy video games or golf. Otherwise, I love going to feed the ducks or doing puzzles with my daughter.

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

I originally wanted to be an architect, although my dad tried to convince me to follow in his footsteps and join the Navy.

What's your favourite book?

Surrounded by Idiots by Thomas Erikson, because it helps you understand the best communication styles to use in any situation. 

What do you most like about your role at AES?

What's not to love about making everyone's life easier? Fixing an issue and seeing the happiness on someone's face.

What do you do for fun?

I enjoy pranking my kids and husband. It always brings a lot of laughter and joy into our home.

What's the best thing you ever spent your money on?

Food, life experiences, and helping the family back home - which I believe are worth every penny.

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

A commercial pilot. 

What's your favourite book?

Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life by Francesc Miralles and Hector Garcia.

Describe your perfect day.

A perfect day for me is spending quality time with my friends and family!

What do you most like about your role at AES?

Being able to help people achieve their financial goals.

What do you do for fun?

Watch movies and Netflix series and go out with friends.

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

A theatre performer.

What's your favourite book?

The Early Bird Catches The Worm But The Second Mouse Gets The Cheese by Francis Kong.

Describe your perfect day.

Likely spent at the pool or the beach (some form of outdoor activity) with my family, friends, and good food.

What do you most like about your role at AES?

The people and the variety – no two clients are the same and so no two conversations are the same. Financial planning is like putting together the jigsaw pieces in someone’s life.

What do you do for fun?

Baking, reading, eating out at nice restaurants.

What's the best thing you ever spent your money on?

My wedding – it’s a cliché but it really was the best day of my life!

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

A barrister or a TV news presenter.

What do you most like about your role at AES?

My colleagues and helping clients with insurance solutions.

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I like to travel and have been to 22 countries so far. I've set myself a goal of visiting countries for every letter of the alphabet.

What do you do for fun?

Apart from travelling, I’m very sporty and will participate in any sport. My main interests are hurling (an Irish game), football, and golf.

What's the best thing you ever spent your money on?

Any of the football manager games down through the years.

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

Batman.

Describe your perfect day.

Definitely a day with lots of laughter! 

What do you most like about your role at AES?

Every single day, I get to encounter something new, which helps me grow in many directions.

What do you do for fun?

I enjoy listening to good music and podcasts.

What's the best thing you ever spent your money on?

A land for my future home.

What's your favourite book?

The One Thing by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan. 

Describe your perfect day. 

A perfect day at work would be productive, collaborative, and filled with achievements and positive interactions.

What do you most like about your role at AES?

I enjoy ensuring efficiency, organisation, and a supportive environment for everyone.

What do you do for fun?

Enjoying a movie marathon or diving into a new series!

What's the best thing you ever spent your money on?

Travelling. Exploring new places, experiencing different cultures, and creating unforgettable memories. 

What's your favourite book?

The Beautiful No by Sheri Salata.

What do you most like about your role at AES?

Giving quality service to clients and being able to assist colleagues who require it. 

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I was a photojournalist for my school's official publications from elementary school until university. 

What's the best thing you ever spent your money on?

Whenever I spend money on my daughter and mother.

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

A lawyer or doctor.

What's your favourite book?

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone by J.K. Rowling.

Describe your perfect day.

My perfect day starts the previous evening with a well-thought-out plan of what I’d like the following day to look like. I rise early, make a call to connect with family back home, and then dive into a productive day at work. In the evening, I enjoy exercising and winding down with a relaxing sauna.

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Until shortly after graduation, I was an avid PC gamer and even participated in a few national-level tournaments.

What's the best thing you ever spent your money on?

Celebrating my dad’s 80th birthday by taking him to a live performance of Hans Zimmer was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Seeing the joy on his face was priceless.

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

A commercial pilot.

What's your favourite book?

Atomic Habits by James Clear.

Describe your perfect day.

Wake up in a different country, enjoy a hearty breakfast, embark on a new adventure, discover something new, and end the day with a chilled one with family and friends!

What do you most like about your role at AES?

Leverage my knowledge and skills to positively impact our clients’ lives.

What's the best thing you ever spent your money on?

A solo trip to Armenia.

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

A scientist. 

What's your favourite book?

Millionaire Teacher by Andrew Hallam.

What do you most like about your role at AES?

Being a part of a vision for a better future.

What do you do for fun?

I love learning about human behaviour and psychology.

What's the best thing you ever spent your money on?

A one-way ticket to Dubai.

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

An entrepreneur.

What's your favourite book?

Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl.

Describe your perfect day. 

Spending quality time with the people I love.

What do you most like about your role at AES?

My colleagues and the company’s purpose.

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I have a bunny rabbit. His name is Cece.

What do you do for fun?

I enjoy learning new recipes, taking walks, bike rides, and spending time with family and friends.

What's your favourite book?

All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr

Describe your perfect day.

Waking up early, having a slow morning with a coffee and a book. Doing something active & finishing the day with a sunset swim. 

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I did a skydive in New Zealand. 

What's the best thing you ever spent your money on?

My coffee machine or my Kindle. 

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

A news reporter.

What's your favourite book?

The Cather in the Rye by J.D. Salinger.

Describe your perfect day.

Doing a morning Pilates class, spending the day at the beach, and then heading out for dinner

What do you like most about your role at AES?

Getting the opportunity to learn more and provide excellent service to clients behind the scenes.

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I lived in Australia for a couple of years.

What's the best thing you ever spent your money on?

My Dyson hairdryer.

What's your favourite book?

Circle of Friends by Maeve Binchy.

Describe your perfect day.

My perfect day begins with an early wake-up, prayer, and reflection. I complete all personal and work tasks during the day and wind down the evening with a relaxing activity, ending the day with gratitude.

What do you most like about your role at AES?

I love being able to engage with clients and support them in real-time.

What do you do for fun?

Spending a day out with my family and participating in sports activities.

What's the best thing you ever spent your money on?

I was able to buy a small farm.

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

I wanted to be in the military.

What do you most like about your role at AES?

The varied nature and the opportunity to constantly improve client outcomes.

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I was a regional finalist in Sainsbury's Young Chef of Britain.

What’s the best thing you’ve ever spent your money on?

My flat in London.

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

A doctor.

What’s your favourite book?

Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen.

Describe your perfect day.

A perfect day for me starts with a leisurely breakfast and good coffee! I love being outside regardless of the weather and enjoy spending time with my friends, whether it be shopping or simply just a chat and a laugh. A nice ending to the perfect day would be dinner, either Italian or Tapas, with family/friends!

What do you like most about your role at AES?

I love working as part of a team and being around people. Working with my colleagues or clients is energising for me and it doesn’t feel like work at all. I’m a firm believer in, do something you enjoy and you’ll never work a day in your life!

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I really enjoy playing golf, although my swing needs work! I love to watch Rugby, although I have never played it before!

What do you do for fun?

Socialising, reading, yoga, just being present is my version of fun!

What's the best thing you ever spent your money on?

A cruise around the Mediterranean - it was an unforgettable experience

What do you most like about your role at AES?

Feeling like you're part of something bigger and being in a supportive environment that allows me to continuously test and adjust.

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I can complete a Rubik’s cube in under 2 minutes.

What's the best thing you ever spent your money on?

Opening an investment account for my son from an early age.

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

A ballet dancer.

What's your favourite book?

Unweaving the Rainbow by Richard Dawkins.

Describe your perfect day.

My perfect day would be accomplishing everything on my work agenda, followed by a refreshing swim. I love having a detailed conversation with my mum about my day and ending it with a good night's sleep! 

What do you most like about your role at AES?

I enjoy how my role as an accountant aligns with my qualifications, allowing me to apply what I've learned.

What do you do for fun?

I paint, visit cafes, read books, and indulge in Netflix shows.

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

I dreamed of being an artist, doctor, or astronaut.

What's your favourite book?

Thousand Splendid Suns by Khalid Hosseini.

Describe your perfect day.

A day at the beach kitesurfing is a perfect day for me.  

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I like to ride motorbikes and have had my license since I was 18. 

What do you do for fun?

I enjoy watching and playing sports and chilling out with friends and family. 

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

A soldier.

What's your favourite book?

Fear Bubble by Ant Middleton.

Describe your perfect day.

Walking around San Sebastián, eating pintxos all day with my husband.

What do you most like about your role at AES?

Meeting people from different walks of life and the rewarding feeling of helping someone achieve their goals.

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I lived in Singapore for one academic year.

What's the best thing you ever spent your money on?

My first CII exam, which I had to self-fund as I wasn’t yet working as a financial advisor.

What do you do for fun?

Playing and watching football, travelling, and trying new restaurants.

What do you most like about your role at AES?

Positively changing the lives of those we serve.

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My great-grandfather made the first-ever telephone call from the ground to an inflight aircraft.

What’s the best thing you’ve ever spent your money on?

My trip to Everest base camp.

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

A marine.

What’s your favourite book?

Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl.

What do you most like about your role at AES?

Speaking with our clients, hearing about their objectives, and understanding their life goals, before helping to put a financial plan in place to give them the best possible chance of achieving them.

What do you do for fun?

Whenever I have free time, it usually involves golf with friends. I’m an avid golfer so Dubai, with its year-round sunshine and pristine golf courses, is the perfect place to be.

What's the best thing you ever spent your money on?

A recent trip travelling all over Thailand with friends.

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

An airline pilot.

What's your favourite book?

Surrounded by Idiots by Thomas Erikson.

Describe your perfect day.

Any day exploring a new country is ideal for me. Starting with a sunrise hike or ending with sundowners overlooking the ocean would make it even better.

What do you like most about your role at AES?

I thrive on solving complex problems and sharing knowledge with my team.

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Back in university, I qualified as a spinning instructor to earn some extra bucks.

What's the best thing you ever spent your money on?

Taking a career break to travel around Southeast Asia and South America was truly enriching.

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

I dreamt of becoming a vet. 

Describe your perfect day.

Starting with morning coffee and a phone call with a loved one, followed by a productive day at work without overtime, an evening gym session, and dinner with family or friends.

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I'm a dedicated movie buff, having watched over 700 films, and meticulously keeping track of each one on a personal list.

What's the best thing you ever spent your money on?

Noise-cancelling headphones. Amazing on flights and the metro.

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

A footballer.

What's your favourite book?

Atomic Habits by James Clear. 

Describe your perfect day.

My perfect day starts with waking up early to allow time for my routine and ends by saving someone’s day, either by solving a problem or offering my help.

What do you most like about your role at AES?

I love the unique challenges I face and the continuous learning I experience day by day.

What do you do for fun?

I enjoy visiting places I’ve never been to and looking for the perfect sunset spots.

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

A businesswoman.

What's your favourite book?

The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene.

What do you most like about your job?
The opportunity to serve others and make a meaningful difference by helping them in the best way I can.

What do you do for fun?
I love playing with my cats and even teaching them little tricks.

The best thing you ever spent your money on.
Travel, supporting my family, and investing in property.

What did you want to be when you were growing up?
A doctor.

What is your favourite book?
The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren.

Describe your perfect day.

My perfect day kicks off with a 12-14 hour fast to reset and refresh my body and mind. After breaking my fast, I dive into some writing and task planning, setting me up for a killer day ahead.

What do you most like about your role at AES?

I love how my job lets me flex my strategic thinking and brainpower, especially when it comes to tech. 

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I'm a DIY enthusiast! I enjoy taking on projects like building furniture, home improvements, and exploring new crafts.

What's the best thing you ever spent your money on?

My first computer at age 12. That little machine sparked my tech obsession, opening a world of geeking out, creating cool stuff, and exploring the digital universe.

What's your favourite book?

My Experiments with Truth by Mahatma Gandhi.