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Welcome Shahz & Sharleen to IFO Peace of Mind Advice

We’re pleased to welcome two new qualified Insurance Advisers to IFO Peace of Mind Advice — bringing more people, more support and the same commitment to clear, personalised advice.

Insurance Advice People-First Guidance Supporting New Zealand Families
Shahz Bale, qualified Insurance Adviser at IFO Peace of Mind Advice
Sharleen Kumar, qualified Insurance Adviser at IFO Peace of Mind Advice
Growing Our Advice Team

Two new faces, one shared commitment to helping people feel confident about their protection.

At IFO Peace of Mind Advice, growth is about more than adding people to the Peace of Mind Advice team. It means being able to support more individuals and families while continuing to provide the personal, considered service our clients value.

Shahz and Sharleen are both qualified Insurance Advisers and each brings their own professional background, personality and perspective to insurance advice. What they share is an approach that matters to us: listening first, explaining things clearly and helping clients make informed decisions based on their own circumstances.

Our Team Is Growing

More people. More support.
The same focus on peace of mind.

Shahz Bale, qualified Insurance Adviser
Qualified Insurance Adviser

Meet Shahz

Approachable insurance guidance for people from all walks of life.

Shahz is a qualified Insurance Adviser with a people-first approach to helping Kiwis protect what matters to them.

Before becoming an Insurance Adviser, Shahz worked as an English teacher, developing strong communication skills and experience working with people from a wide range of backgrounds.

A keen traveller, he also brings an appreciation for different cultures, perspectives and ways of life, recognising that every person and family has their own priorities.

He aims to make insurance conversations welcoming and easy to understand. Shahz takes time to listen, understand what matters to each client and explain the available options in plain language.

Whether someone is exploring insurance for the first time or reviewing their existing protection, Shahz’s focus is on helping them feel informed, respected and confident about protecting their whānau and the future they are building.
Client-Focused Approachable Plain-Language Guidance
Sharleen Kumar, qualified Insurance Adviser
Qualified Insurance Adviser

Meet Sharleen

Clear, caring insurance advice to help individuals and families feel confident about their protection.

Sharleen is a qualified Insurance Adviser who is passionate about helping people feel confident and informed when it comes to protecting themselves and their families.

Before becoming an Insurance Adviser, Sharleen worked in insurance administration and management, gaining valuable experience supporting advisers, clients and the wider insurance advice process.

Friendly, approachable and detail-focused, she believes good advice should leave clients feeling clear about their options rather than overwhelmed by them.

She enjoys building genuine relationships with her clients and taking the time to understand what matters to them before helping them consider the protection that may be appropriate for their circumstances.

For Sharleen, good advice is about clarity and connection — helping clients understand their choices and feel comfortable with the decisions they make.
Approachable Detail-Focused Clear Guidance
Growing With Purpose

What a growing team means for our clients

Our goal remains simple: to make financial protection easier to understand and provide advice that reflects the people and families we work with.

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More Support

Expanding the Peace of Mind Advice team gives more clients access to personal insurance guidance and ongoing support.

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Different Perspectives

A diverse team helps us better understand the different backgrounds, priorities and experiences of the communities we serve.

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The Same Personal Approach

As the Peace of Mind Advice team grows, our focus remains on listening carefully, providing clear guidance and building long-term relationships with clients.

Welcome to the Peace of Mind Advice Team

We’re excited for the next chapter.

We’re delighted to have Shahz and Sharleen joining the Peace of Mind Advice team and look forward to seeing the relationships they build with our clients and communities.

If you’re considering personal insurance for the first time or would like to review your existing protection, our advice team is here to help you understand your options.

Meet Our Advice Team