A team who cares.
Insurance is all about people. We are proud to have a team of experienced and friendly humans who can't wait to talk to you.
Advisers from New Zealand, The Philippines, India and Tonga, between us speaking 8 different languages!
Originally from Switzerland and proudly calling Ōtautahi (Christchurch) home for more than 30 years, Anita Ferri.
Anita is passionate about helping New Zealand families protect what matters most. With a strong commitment to integrity, personalised advice, and exceptional client care, she has built Parachute Insurance Advisory on the belief that every client deserves honest guidance and insurance solutions tailored to their unique needs.
As a trusted Financial Adviser and business leader, Anita is dedicated to supporting both her clients and her team, ensuring every family receives the protection and peace of mind they deserve.
As one of our Senior Financial Advisers, Weslee Cajeras is known for his unwavering dedication to his clients and his commitment to delivering exceptional personal service.
Weslee believes that great advice starts with building genuine relationships. Whether it's around the corner or across the country, he's always willing to go the extra mile.
Violie is passionate about helping individuals and families protect what matters most. She takes the time to understand your unique needs and provides clear, personalised insurance advice you can trust.
Whether you're looking for Life Insurance, Trauma Cover, Income Protection, Health Insurance, or Mortgage Protection, Violie is here to guide you every step of the way.
With 14 years of insurance experience in the Philippines, Jemaimah Panisan brings a wealth of knowledge, compassion, and dedication to every client she serves.Jemaimah is passionate about helping individuals and families protect what matters most. She takes the time to understand each client's unique needs and is committed to finding the solution that best suits their goals and circumstances.
Known for her caring nature and exceptional service, Jemaimah believes that every client deserves personal attention and honest advice. She consistently goes the extra mile to ensure her clients feel supported, informed, and confident in their decisions.
Based in the beautiful southern part of New Zealand, Ofelia Barberan is a Registered Financial Adviser with a genuine passion for helping people protect what matters most.
Ofelia believes that everyone deserves personalised advice they can trust. She takes the time to understand your unique circumstances and works alongside you to find insurance solutions that provide confidence and peace of mind.
With over 15 years of experience as a Financial Adviser, Mhae Fujii is passionate about helping individuals and families make informed decisions to protect what matters most.
Mhae believes that every interaction is an opportunity to make a positive difference in someone's life. She is committed to building lasting relationships based on trust, respect, and genuine care, always striving to leave a positive and meaningful impact on everyone she meets.
Her approach is simple: honesty, integrity, and personalised advice. By taking the time to understand each client's unique circumstances, Mhae provides guidance that is clear, transparent, and tailored to their needs.
Her cats, Mochi and Ube, frequently make appearances during work calls - much to everyone's delight!
Originally from the Philippines, Francis moved to New Zealand in 2009 and has been proud to call Aotearoa home ever since. His own journey has given him a deep appreciation for the importance of protecting the people and things that matter most.
Originally from the Philippines and now proudly calling Southland home, Elmer De Guzman is a dedicated Financial Adviser who has wholeheartedly embraced his career in the insurance industry.
Known for his friendly nature and strong connections within the local community, Elmer is passionate about helping individuals and families protect what matters most. He takes the time to understand your unique circumstances and provides personalised advice you can trust.
Originally from the beautiful islands of Tonga, Samisoni brings big island charm, infectious positivity, and an incredible work ethic to the Parachute Insurance Advisory team.
As one of our Trainee Financial Advisers, Samisoni is passionate about learning, growing, and making a real difference in the lives of the people he serves. His dedication to helping others extends beyond the office—when he's not studying or meeting with clients, you'll often find him coaching and motivating bodybuilders to achieve their fitness goals.
Whether it's helping someone reach peak physical performance or guiding families towards financial security, Samisoni believes in bringing out the best in people. His approachable nature, genuine care, and positive attitude make him a valued member of our team and someone clients enjoy working with.
Originally from India, Avriel Rodrigues is an experienced Financial Adviser who is passionate about helping Kiwis protect both their health and their financial future.Known for his warm personality, professionalism, and genuine care for his clients, Avriel believes that great financial advice starts with listening. He takes the time to understand your goals and provides personalised insurance solutions that give you confidence and peace of mind.
Lanelle is one of the youngest on the team and brings a fresh, warm approach to personal insurance. Creative, passionate, and with a whole lot of heart. She is on a mission to make insurance actually make sense for everyday Kiwis, because she genuinely believes the sooner people understand their cover, the better protected they are.
Janine is the driving force behind our back-office operations, overseeing the day-to-day administration that keeps Parachute Insurance Advisory running seamlessly.Working closely with both our clients and advisers every day, Janine ensures that every enquiry, application, and process is handled with professionalism, efficiency, and genuine care. Her exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail help make every client's experience as smooth and stress-free as possible.
Janine radiates integrity, efficiency, warmth, and compassion in everything she does. She is deeply committed to supporting both our team and our clients, always going the extra mile to ensure everyone feels valued, informed, and well looked after.
Based in Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland), Bianca is a valued member of the Parachute Insurance Advisory team, providing dedicated administrative support to our advisers.
With a positive attitude and a willingness to help, Bianca works behind the scenes to ensure our advisers have the support they need to deliver exceptional service to our clients. Whether it's assisting with insurance administration or keeping everything organised, she approaches every task with care, efficiency, and a smile.