Meet Our Team

Mark Baker

BPA, Dip Bus

Executive Director
Financial Adviser
Certified Financial Planner

Mark is the founder and Executive Director of Diligent Wealth, bringing decades of experience in investment advice, retirement planning and UK pension transfers. As a Certified Financial Planner, he is committed to providing independent, client focused advice that helps individuals and families make informed financial decisions with confidence.

He has built long term relationships with clients throughout New Zealand by taking the time to understand their goals and delivering advice that is practical, transparent and tailored to their circumstances. Mark has extensive experience assisting clients with complex UK pension transfers, retirement planning and investment strategies, guiding them through every stage of the advice process.

Based in Queenstown and regularly travelling throughout New Zealand to meet clients, Mark values the opportunity to work closely with people and provide ongoing advice as their financial needs evolve.

Outside work, Mark enjoys trail walking and spending time with his children, making the most of the lifestyle the South Island has to offer.

Camiller Joshua

Financial Adviser
Executive PA to Mark Baker

Camiller has worked alongside Mark since 2004 and brings more than two decades of experience in the financial services industry. Beginning her career in private banking in the United Kingdom, she has developed extensive knowledge of investment administration, client service and financial advice.

As Administrator and a qualified Financial Adviser, Camiller plays an integral role in ensuring clients receive a high standard of service throughout their journey with Diligent Wealth. From coordinating complex transactions to supporting clients with their ongoing needs, she is committed to making every interaction straightforward and efficient.

Now based on Waiheke Island, Camiller works closely with clients and the Diligent Wealth team across New Zealand, providing responsive support and helping maintain the long term relationships the firm has built over many years.

Outside work, Camiller enjoys an active lifestyle and spending time outdoors. Whether exploring the local trails or making the most of life on Waiheke, she values the balance that comes from living close to nature.

Matt Porter

Financial Adviser
Client Relationship Manager

Matt is a Financial Adviser specialising in investment planning, retirement strategies, UK pension transfers and investment solutions for New Zealand investment visa applicants. Since joining Diligent Wealth in 2020, he has guided clients through complex financial decisions with clear, practical advice.

He believes good advice should be easy to understand. By explaining complex financial matters in plain English, Matt helps clients understand their options and develop strategies that are tailored to their long term goals.

Based in Christchurch and regularly travelling throughout New Zealand to meet clients, Matt values building lasting relationships. He believes the best advice comes through an ongoing partnership, supporting clients as their lives, goals and circumstances change.

Whether someone is planning for retirement, growing their wealth or transferring overseas pension assets, Matt's goal is to help them retire with confidence, knowing their investments are working to provide the income they need to support their lifestyle, both now and into the future.

Outside work, Matt enjoys an active lifestyle and spending time outdoors. Whether it's snowboarding during winter, hunting in the high country or getting out on the water during summer, he enjoys making the most of what New Zealand has to offer.