The Key Players
The core team with a prestigious collective background, form the heart and soul of Arrive.
John Kazakoff Managing Director
BCom CA CFP® LRS® FTI MeSIAA
One of Arrive’s founders, John has a rock-solid background as a Chartered Accountant and tax advisor to high net worth individuals.
He’s a member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and the Stockbrokers and Investment Advisers Association, along with being a Fellow of the Tax Institute and an Associate Member of Financial Advice Association Australia and FINSIA.
“With my wife and our two young girls, we lead a great life here in Brisbane. Like any young family, travel and holidays are high on the list. But I have a green side; my inner-city horticultural pursuits have earned me the ‘Farmer of Queen Street’ title. Work keeps me busy but a few bouts of Muay Thai always helps me let off steam.”
Brett Roberts Director
BBus (Accy) LLB CA Financial Planning Specialist MeSIAA
A Chartered Accountant by trade, Brett joined the financial planning industry after many years with PricewaterhouseCoopers, specialising in tax advice to high net worth families. He also worked with BP Oil International in London, specialising in capital markets. For over a decade, Brett has built a reputation of providing certainty and peace of mind for his clients.
He’s a Member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and the Stockbrokers and Investment Advisers Association.
"Away from work, it's all about family: my wife, Mel and our two young kids, Coco and Harvey. As a lover of Italian food, I'm naturally a connoisseur of fine red wine too. But it's all about balance and that's why I'm a CrossFit regular. Running after the kids keeps me fairly fit too!"
John Sullivan Director
BA BBus (Accy) CA Financial Planning Specialist SSA™ TEP MTax with Excellence (UNSW)
John joined Arrive after senior management roles in the taxation and business sectors where he provided strategic advice to business owners and high net worth clients. These days, John’s accountancy skills are integral to creating wealth and protection strategies for Arrive clients.
He’s a Member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, Financial Advice Association Australia, SMSF Association and the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners.
“Along with my wife Glenda and teenage kids, travel is a high priority in our household. I’m also a keen cyclist and love the challenge of an Ironman triathlon event. And, even though it’s been a while, nothing’s more exhilarating than crossing that finish line.”
Jay Murphy Director
BBus CA CTA MAppTax DFP MeSIAA
A PricewaterhouseCoopers Private Clients alumni, Jay provided tax consulting, compliance and superannuation services to high net wealth individuals and families.
At Arrive, he’ll design a solution that fits like a glove. He’s a Member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand. He is also a Chartered Tax Advisor of The Taxation Institute and a Member of the Stockbrokers and Investment Advisers Association.
“I’m an adventurer at heart. I like nothing better than the freedom of motorbiking, sailing and skiing with my wife Dana, two kids, family and friends.”