Sakhi Nair

Kia ora, I am Sakhi, a Financial Adviser specialising in KiwiSaver and investments, and working towards being a qualified personal insurance adviser. I am passionate about helping people feel financially empowered through clear, practical and approachable advice.

As a financially independent first-generation migrant, I understand how overwhelming it can be to juggle multiple priorities, and to lack confidence in your financial decisions. After several years of working as a patisserie chef, and being thrown a few curveballs, I decided to take control of my finances and studied Small Business Management and Money Management a few years ago. I realised how empowering financial literacy facilitated by a trusted professional can be, and I wanted to do the same for others. I embarked on a career in financial services, and while that might seem like a very different world compared to hospitality, my past experience shapes a lot of how I work today. Hospitality teaches you to listen well, communicate clearly, and focus on people. You learn very quickly that good service is about understanding what matters to someone, paying attention to detail, and creating trust through consistency. That is exactly the mindset I now bring into financial advice.

I believe time is our greatest asset, but with so many conflicting priorities, current demands can make us lose sight of our future. Financial planning can often slip down to the bottom of our to-do list when we are often busy working hard, taking care of our loved ones, and don’t have time or headspace to step back and consider if we are making the most of the opportunities available to us. This is especially true when it comes to KiwiSaver, as we often leave such an important long-term asset on autopilot. I believe in understanding your values, and tailoring advice around your goals. I work with you to first simplify your present, and build a strong foundation for achieving your long-term aspirations.

My goal is to help you move towards your goals with a plan rather than guesswork. Your money should work as hard for you as you do, and I am here to guide you through the noise. Money is deeply personal, which is why my advice is driven by curiosity and empathy. It’s not just about the numbers, but the story behind the numbers.