Lauren Mackenzie

About Lauren

Lauren joined Forsyth Barr in 2017 and has over 17 years of experience in wealth management, developed through roles at Forsyth Barr and the wider financial services industry.

Lauren is registered as a financial adviser and is accredited as an NZX Adviser. She holds the National Certificate, Financial Services (Financial Advice) Level 5 (2012).

Lauren’s diverse experience across multiple organisations provides her with deep insight into financial markets and investment strategy. She works with a wide range of clients, including retirees, high-net-worth families, migrant investors, charitable trusts, and not-for-profit organisations. In addition to her broader advisory work, Lauren has expertise in designing and managing migrant investment portfolios under the Active Investor Plus (AIP) category. She is dedicated to building long-term, trusted relationships and delivering tailored investment solutions aligned with each client’s unique goals and circumstances. Outside of work, she leads an active lifestyle and enjoys staying fit and spending time with her two young children.