Adviser group ASVW Financial Services has appointed Joe Botte as Executive Director.

Mr Botte has more than 30 years’ industry experience, having held senior roles in Zurich, Axa and IOOF.

He was most recently Consultum Financial Advisers CEO, a boutique full-services licensee providing support to a network of financial advisers across Australia.

“[He] is a very committed and effective executive with an extensive financial services career and reputation for delivering significant business results,” CEO Stuart Abley said.

“His appointment reflects the [business’s] commitment to our network of advice practices and the very important contribution he will provide in supporting the group’s long-term strategic business aspirations and marketplace offering.”