15/10/2026
Being self-licensed is a two-sided coin.
One side gives you greater freedom. The other comes with greater responsibility - and more hats to wear.
'One (hat) is being an adviser. The second one is being a business owner. And the third one is actually being a responsible manager.'
- Mike Pope, General Manager, Licensee Solutions
As Mike explains, each role demands its own mindset, but governance connects them all. Without the right systems and processes in place, it can be easy for one role to take over while another slips.
That’s where LaVista can help.
We support self-licensed firms with structured APLs, cyber risk management, quarterly governance meetings and robust compliance checks. It’s a framework designed to help businesses stay compliant while keeping their focus on clients and growth.
Having your own AFSL doesn’t mean you have to manage every part of it yourself.
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