Founded on Financial Literacy

perionthavilo started with a simple observation - too many Australians were making financial decisions without proper education. Our founders, Sarah Chen and Michael Rodriguez, both experienced financial advisors, noticed that traditional financial services often left people more confused than enlightened. They wanted to change that.

What began in a small Wollongong office quickly gained traction. We launched with three core educational modules covering budgeting basics, understanding credit, and investment fundamentals. The response was immediate - within six months, we had helped over 500 people take control of their financial futures.

Expanding Our Reach

The pandemic changed everything, but it also created unprecedented opportunities for financial education. As Australians faced economic uncertainty, our online programs became more valuable than ever. We adapted quickly, developing interactive webinars and personalized learning paths that people could access from home.

During this period, we introduced our signature Business Finance Basics program, which became particularly popular with small business owners navigating challenging economic conditions. We also partnered with local community centers and libraries across NSW to make financial education more accessible to underserved communities.

By 2023, we had grown from a team of 3 to 25 dedicated professionals, including certified financial educators, content developers, and community outreach specialists. Our programs had evolved to include everything from debt management strategies to retirement planning for different life stages.

Michael Rodriguez

Co-founder & Educational Director

"Financial education shouldn't be intimidating. We break down complex concepts into practical steps anyone can follow."

Sarah Chen

Co-founder & Community Programs Manager

"Every person deserves access to financial knowledge that can transform their life. That's what drives our mission every day."

Building Tomorrow's Financial Confidence

As we entered 2024, perionthavilo reached a significant milestone - we had helped over 15,000 Australians improve their financial literacy. But numbers only tell part of the story. What really matters are the success stories: the single mother who built an emergency fund, the recent graduate who avoided credit card debt, the small business owner who secured favorable financing terms.

This year, we're launching our most comprehensive program yet - a year-long financial wellness journey that covers everything from basic budgeting to advanced investment strategies. We're also expanding our corporate workshops, helping Australian businesses provide financial education as an employee benefit.

Looking ahead to 2026, we're planning to open satellite offices in Sydney and Melbourne while maintaining our commitment to accessible, practical financial education. We believe that financial confidence is the foundation of personal freedom, and we're honored to be part of that journey for so many Australians.