North has appointed Kristen Lennis‑Harvey as Head of Business Development and National Sales Manager, reporting to Kristine Goodwin, Director, Platforms Growth and Wealth Distribution.
The appointment reflects North’s focus on backing advisers to grow stronger businesses – and support more clients to achieve better retirement outcomes.
It follows the addition of eight New Business Managers to North’s national sales team this year, as North continues to strengthen its distribution capabilities, expanding its footprint, and reinforcing its commitment to supporting the advice profession.
Kristen brings more than 28 years’ experience leading sales and distribution teams across financial services, life insurance, health and consultancy. She has a track record of building trusted partnerships, helping businesses scale, and turning strategy into commercial results.
Kristine Goodwin, Director, Platforms Growth and Wealth Distribution at AMP, said the role is central to how North supports advisers as it continues to invest in the platform.
“Everything we do at North is focused on helping advisers grow their businesses and deliver great outcomes for more clients.”
“That means working closely with advisers, understanding what they need day to day, and ensuring our investment in the platform supports the way advice businesses are evolving.”
“Kristen has built her career on creating high performing teams and strong partnerships that drive growth. That experience will be incredibly valuable as we continue to strengthen the way we support advisers.”
Edwina Maloney, Group Executive, Platforms at AMP, said advisers and their clients are at the centre of North’s growth strategy.
“Kristen’s appointment reflects our commitment to continuing to invest in North and in the people who work closely with advisers to help their businesses thrive.”
Kristen Lennis-Harvey background:
Kristen has most recently held senior national roles at healthtech company United Health Group (UHG) and insurer AIA Australia, where she was responsible for overseeing key client relationships, negotiating large commercial contracts, driving sales growth and ensuring strategic alignment.
As General Manager - Customer at UHG, Kristen was responsible for driving growth through UHG’s strategic partnerships in the insurance, legal, workers compensation and CTP sectors.
Kristen has also served in National Account Manager roles at both Zurich Australia and Commonwealth Bank’s CommInsure.