David is the founder and Managing Director of Cooney Financial Services Limited. He established the business in 1986 and since then the company has grown to be recognized as one of the best in the industry working with businesses and families in the Waikato and Rotorua regions . David is a member of the PAA (Professional Advisers Association Inc.) He keeps himself up to date with industry changes by attending their conference, continuing education courses and is also part of a discussion group with other professional advisers. 

David has recently obtained his Authorised Financial Adviser status (AFA) for Category 2 products only.  He does not offer advice on investment products (Category 1).

An avid sports fan, David particularly enjoys rugby and motor sports. He is also actively involved in the community through Rotary and was the driving force behind the Cambridge Rotary Community Directory for the past 18 years. He received a Paul Harris Fellowship award for services to Rotary and the community in 2003 and the Sapphire Pin in 2009, and currently Chairs the Rotary Club of Cambridge Community Trust.

Cooney Insurance is situated in Cambridge, in offices shared with his wife, Jocelyn, who is the Principal of a successful legal practice. David and Jocelyn have been married for over 30 years, with their daughter Emma practicing law and son Rob, an accountant in Melbourne.

David really enjoys getting to know his clients and understanding their business. He takes great pleasure in advising clients how they should protect themselves, ensuring that they have a secure future.

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Faye has been with Cooney Insurance for over 13 years. Initially employed as a part time Personal Assistant to David, she is now the full time Office Manager and manages the financial side of the business while still maintaining her commitment to assisting clients that she has come to know very well over the years, as well as meeting new clients. 

Faye is a Registered Financial Adviser (RFA) and can give advice on Category 2 products only.  She does not offer advice on investment products (Category 1).  Faye is also a member of PAA (Professional Advisers Association Inc.).

Faye is our Claims Manager and ensures that when you lodge a claim with us, it is as straight forward and stress free as possible.  She is your first point of call for a claim and will be the go-between yourself and the insurance company.

Faye is an accredited adviser with Sentinel. She is also the first point of call for any travel insurance enquiries.

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