Stu was born and raised in the small previously bustling Manawatu township of Halcombe. Attended Halcombe Primary School, then went to Fielding Agricultural High School before commencing a career in banking spanning almost 4 decades. 

   

After achieving all his personal goals in banking he decided it was time for a career change and left the banking industry in November 2008. Stu joined Jackson Reeves in 2009 and manages the administration and day to day operations of the firm.

Interests

Outside of work, Stu enjoys hitting a little white ball around the golf course.